From the early human-powered submarines of the American Civil War to the U-boats of both world wars and the modern nuclear-powered missile platforms of the Cold War, twelve dioramic scenes reveal how submarines have become one of the most dangerous weapons of war.

Includes index.

Submarines -- Early submarines -- The modern sub -- WWI submarines -- Aircraft-carrying submarines -- U-boats of WWII -- Human torpedoes -- Midget submarines -- Nuclear power -- Ballistic missile submarines -- Hunter-killers -- Rescue submarines -- Special operations.