WHISKEY-CLASS SUBMARINES: Soviet Project 613 Submarines in Service with Foreign Navies, 1951-1990

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A global history of Soviet Whiskey-class submarines shaping Cold War strategy through widespread export and deployment. Traces the story of how these submarines helped shape the naval balance within the Communist and non-aligned worlds. From the formation of fledgling submarine forces in Albania and Bulgaria to the ambitious undersea ambitions of Egypt, Indonesia, and North Korea, the Whiskey-class became both a tool of diplomacy and a weapon of deterrence. Examines the political and technological context of each export program and the operational careers of the boats in service. Reveals the unique local adaptations and modifications introduced by different navies and recounts the often overlooked operational episodes that brought these submarines into contact with Western forces. Contains 132 black and white photos, 1 color illustration, 29 color photos, 7 color profiles, 3 color maps, and 3 tables.