{"title":"Innes McCartney","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating works of \u003cem\u003eInnes McCartney\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author and expert in maritime archaeology and naval history. With a unique blend of meticulous research and engaging storytelling, McCartney delves deep into the world of underwater archaeology, uncovering the secrets of historic shipwrecks and naval events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eScapa 1919\u003c\/em\u003e, brings readers back to the dramatic events surrounding the scuttling of the German Fleet at Scapa Flow after World War I. Through compelling narratives and detailed analysis, McCartney sheds light on this pivotal moment in military history, making it accessible for both enthusiasts and newcomers to the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e categories, McCartney’s books offer a captivating exploration of naval warfare and its enduring mysteries. Whether you're an avid reader of historical narratives or fascinated by military events, Innes McCartney's works promise to engage and educate, providing a window into the intricate past that shaped modern maritime practices.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"scapa-1919-by-innes-mccartney-9781472828903","title":"Scapa 1919","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German fleet that fought the Battle of Jutland surrendered at the end of World War I and was interned in Scapa Flow pending the outcome of the Treaty of Versailles. In July 1919, the entire fleet attempted to sink itself in the Flow to prevent it from being broken up as war prizes. Of the 74 ships present, 52 sank, and 22 were prevented from doing so by circumstance and British intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eScapa 1919\u003c\/em\u003e examines the scuttling and subsequent salvage by the Royal Navy, locals, Cox \u0026amp; Danks, and Metal Industries, of much of the fleet. Crucially, it studies the remains of the seven intact warships from the scuttling and the remains of the lifted ships, which are more extensive than previously imagined. This has been done comprehensively due to the survey conducted in January 2017 aboard MV Vina, the vessel previously used to survey the Jutland site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this book, marine archaeologist and historian Dr Innes McCartney reveals for the first time what became of the warships that were scuttled, examining the circumstances behind the loss of each ship and reconciling what was known at the time with what the archaeology is revealing today. The understanding of what was present transformed in 2015 with a groundbreaking survey using the modern technology of multi-beam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the first book to identify the locations of many of the wrecks and how some of these sites have been illegally plundered for salvage. \u003cem\u003eScapa 1919\u003c\/em\u003e is a revealing study of a fleet lost for nearly a century beneath the waves and the secrets it has given up upon further study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849950974188,"sku":"9781472828903","price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10426553482712.jpg?v=1759065996"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/innes-mccartney.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}