Skagerrak: The Battle of Jutland Through German Eyes [Paperback]

This is an excellent addition to one's library, to see a different side and take on the events of the battle.  A Wargamers Needful ThingsIn January 1916 Vizeadmiral Scheer took command of the High Sea Fleet. This aggressive and pugnacious leader embarked upon a vigorous offensive program which culminated in the greatest clash between dreadnought capital ships the world had seen. Although outnumbered almost two to one, Vizeadmiral Scheer conducted a provocative operation on 31 May 1916. Who would prevail: the massive preponderance of British heavy caliber cannon, or the aggressive tactics of the street fighter Scheer?Manning the ships of both sides were the technically skilled and talented seamen who were prepared to carry out their duties loyally and courageously until the very end. Over 8,500 men perished in less than 10 hours of fighting, a horrendous loss, even by World War One standards. This book gives voice to many of the German Navy participants, from a German perspective, on this tumultuous battle fought over 100 years ago. These men gave their all and are gone now, but not forgotten.In January 1916 Vizeadmiral Scheer took command of the High Sea Fleet. This aggressive and pugnacious leader embarked upon a vigorous offensive program which culminated in the greatest clash between dreadnought capital ships the world had seen.Draws on archive sources to present the battle from the German perspective first-hand accounts of the crews who experienced this unique battle [Staff] often provides interesting counterpoints to the Anglocentric perspectives of most of the English language histories of the battle. The material for this fascinating work has been culled from archives in Britain and Germany. Many of those too have been translated for the first time and published here. A volume thoroughly to be recommended to students of the naval history of WWI. The book goes through the battle with a minute by minute description of the events of the battle. It is also helÓ-