Germany in 1913: A Royal Navy Officer’s Observations by Lieutenant Andrew Downes

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Lieutenant Andrew Downes was given five months in Germany on full pay to perfect his knowledge of the language. His journal gives a fascinating insight into German attitudes immediately prior to WW1. Espionage was possibly involved. The printed book is in black & white, but if downloaded it will be found to be in colour. Revised edition 2014 to coincide with Portsmouth exhibition ÒRacing to War: the Royal Navy and 1914Ó

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