Publisher's Synopsis
"From Libau to Tsushima: A narrative of the voyage of Admiral Rojdestvensky's fleet to eastern seas, including a detailed account of the Dogger Bank incident" offers a gripping firsthand account of one of history's most disastrous naval campaigns. Eugene S. Politovsky, a direct observer, chronicles the ill-fated journey of the Russian fleet during the Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905).
Witness the trials and tribulations of Admiral Rojdestvensky's squadron as it sails from Libau to its ultimate defeat at the Battle of Tsushima. This detailed narrative explores the realities of naval warfare during a pivotal moment in history. Politovsky provides valuable insights into the strategic decisions, logistical nightmares, and human cost of this ambitious undertaking. Also included is a thorough examination of the Dogger Bank incident, a moment of near-war with Britain that threatened to derail the entire mission. "From Libau to Tsushima" remains a vital historical document, offering a unique perspective on the Russo-Japanese War and the clash of empires in the East.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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