Description
Discover the untold story of the Fremantle submarine base in 1942, a significant yet overlooked chapter of Australian history. This brand new publication, published by the Western Australian Museum in 2011, unveils the covert operations that took place in Australian waters during World War II. Contrary to popular belief, Japanese submarines were not just a distant threat; they actively patrolled the coastline, while spy planes conducted surveillance over major cities. This riveting account details how Fremantle served as the largest international submarine base in the Southern Hemisphere, hosting over 170 Allied submarines. From the United States to British and Dutch navies, a staggering total of 416 war patrols originated from this strategic port between March 1942 and August 1945. Dive deep into the history that was shrouded in secrecy and has been largely forgotten. Ideal for history buffs, educators, and those interested in maritime warfare, this book is a must-have addition to any collection focused on WWII, Australian military history, or submarine operations.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781920843526
Year: 2011
Publisher: Western Australian Museum
Description:
Contrary to what many Australians believe, during 1942 Japanese submarines were active in Australian waters and Japanese spy planes made surveillance flights over our major cities. With enemy submarines patrolling off the Western Australian coast, Fremantle became an important international submarine base, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. During the war Fremantle played host to over 170 Allied submarines, with submarines of the United States,
British and Dutch navies making a total of 416 war patrols out of the port between March 1942 and August 1945. The secrecy surrounding the operation of the Fremantle submarine base meant that its existence was little known at the time and, until now, has been largely forgotten by history.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781920843526
Year: 2011
Publisher: Western Australian Museum
Description:
Contrary to what many Australians believe, during 1942 Japanese submarines were active in Australian waters and Japanese spy planes made surveillance flights over our major cities. With enemy submarines patrolling off the Western Australian coast, Fremantle became an important international submarine base, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. During the war Fremantle played host to over 170 Allied submarines, with submarines of the United States,
British and Dutch navies making a total of 416 war patrols out of the port between March 1942 and August 1945. The secrecy surrounding the operation of the Fremantle submarine base meant that its existence was little known at the time and, until now, has been largely forgotten by history.