[Buck_O]

Im reading "Cold War Submarines" by Norman Polmar and K.J. Moore. The author displaces a few assumptions I held, that I found very revelatory.

1. That the U.S. held a large technological advantage over the Soviets at the end of the Cold war. False.
2. Incredible data in regards to the development of the U.S and Soviet/Russian 4th generation nuclear submarines. I thought the Seawolf was conceived in unison. Quite the opposite. It was the most controversial submarine in U.S. history. A very interesting chapter in the book.
3. The author hints that Admiral Rickover was more of an obstacle than a help, in the latter days of U.S. submarine develpment & doctrine.


There are many other very informative & interesting facts & figures, plus great photos & diagrams. Its more of a reference type of book. I highly recommend it for any serious submarine enthusiast.