The Axis’ Interest In “Pocket” Battleships And Their Purpose

The Admiral Graf Spee, the last of the three pocket battleships built, is widely regarded as the class's most recognizably representative. Graf Spree Pocket Battleship. Image Credit: Creative Commons. Hitler's…

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Japan’s Attempt To Use Miniature Submarines To Attack Pearl Harbor

One of the minisubs may have hit the USS West Virginia battleship at Pearl Harbor, based on at least circumstantial evidence. USS Arizona in the aftermath of Pearl Harbor. Image…

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