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Description
This is an original first edition (1928) Japanese naval reference book titled
“Stories of Submarines”, written by Ichiro Fukuda and published by Kaigun Kenkyusha (Naval Research Society).
This book was published during the early Shōwa period, when submarines were still a relatively new and evolving weapon system. It provides rare insight into how the Imperial Japanese Navy understood submarine design, internal structure, tactics, and future strategic roles at the time.
The content discusses:
- Fundamental submarine structure and mechanisms
- Operational concepts and naval doctrine
- The relationship between submarines and surface fleets
- Early perspectives on underwater warfare
Some sections include cutaway-style technical explanations and schematic discussions, making this an important early engineering and doctrinal reference rather than a general history book.
■ Historical Context
During the late 1920s, major naval powers were reassessing submarine warfare based on lessons from World War I.
This publication reflects Japan’s transitional thinking, as submarines shifted from auxiliary craft to strategic naval assets.
Today, early Japanese submarine doctrine is referenced in academic and official naval history research, making this book a valuable primary source document
■ Book Details
- Title: Stories of Submarines
- Author: Ichiro Fukuda
- Publisher: Kaigun Kenkyusha
- Year: 1928 (Shōwa 3)
- Edition: First edition / First printing
- Size: approx. 15.5 × 22.5 cm
- Pages: 392
- Binding: Hardcover, no dust jacket (as issued)
■ Condition (Please Read Carefully)
This is a well-used historical reference copy with significant age-related wear.
- Cover shows heavy wear, tears, stains, and surface damage
- Spine and cover are partially detached
- Foreword pages are detached
- Title page is missing
- Part of the table of contents is detached
- Remaining text pages appear complete upon quick inspection
- General toning and foxing throughout
Sold strictly as a historical research and collector’s reference item.
■ Recommended For
- Imperial Japanese Navy collectors
- Submarine and naval warfare researchers
- Military engineering and doctrine historians
- Advanced militaria libraries
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