{"title":"Dan Van der Vat","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating works of Dan van der Vat, an esteemed author renowned for his insightful exploration of historical and military themes. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, van der Vat brings pivotal moments from the past to life, offering readers a deeper understanding of history’s most significant events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cem\u003eThe Grand Scuttle\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the gripping saga of the scuttling of the German fleet in 1919 at Scapa Flow, a pivotal moment in naval history. Van der Vat’s meticulous research and engaging narrative style provide readers with a vivid account of this dramatic event, capturing the tension and intrigue of the times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for history enthusiasts and military buffs alike, Dan van der Vat’s collections invite readers to embark on a journey through the complexities of historical narratives. His works are not only educational but also utterly compelling, making them a valuable addition to any bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-grand-scuttle-by-dan-van-der-vat-9781843410690","title":"The Grand Scuttle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Scapa Flow on 21 June 1919, there occurred an event unique in naval history. The German High Seas Fleet, one of the most formidable ever built, was deliberately sent to the bottom of the sea at the British Grand Fleet's principal anchorage at Orkney by its own officers and men.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Grand Scuttle\u003c\/em\u003e became a folk legend in both Germany and Britain. However, few people are aware that Rear Admiral Ludwig von Reuter became the only man in history to sink his own navy because of a misleading report in a British newspaper; that the Royal Navy guessed his intention but could do nothing to thwart it; that the sinking produced the last casualties and the last prisoners of the war; and that fragments of the Kaiser's fleet are probably on the moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the remarkable story of the scuttling of the German fleet in Scapa Flow. It contains previously unused German archive material, eye-witness accounts and the recollections of survivors, as well as many contemporary photos which capture the awesome spectacle of the finest ships of the time being deliberately sunk by their own crew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850057142508,"sku":"9781843410690","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8920143482844.jpg?v=1759078537"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/dan-van-der-vat.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}