r250) c1941 Kriegsmarine Destroyer Z13 85 photos Narvik

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Original German book from 1941. This is the story of the German Zerstoerer Destroyer Z13 'Erich Koellner'. The book's title translates as 'With Z13 from Kiel to Narvik'. Z 13 Erich Koellner took part in two mining operations in British coastal waters in 1939 and 1940. During in Operation Weserübung the Z 13 Erich Koellner was part of the Kriegsschiffgruppe 1 heading for Narvik. It was sunk on 13.04.1940 in the Ofotfjord near Narvik after a battle with 6 British destroyers. Wreck raised and broken down in 1963. This book was written by Kaleu August Wilhelm Heye and most of the photos and in text drawings in the book come from members of the crew. The book does contain a total of 85 photographs, 13 in text drawings and 4 maps. The front cover of the book has a superbly gold embossed Destroyer Badge. The book is hardback and has a total of 242 numbered pages. It measures 9 1/4" x 6 1/4". Unpacked weight of the book is 0.7kg. Used condition. The spine looks like it had come off at some point and has been glued back on the book. Part of the first inside page has been cut out. Unless otherwise stated in my auction description, then all items offered by me are guaranteed to be original and are NOT copies, fakes or repros of any kind. This comes with a lifetime moneyback guarantee from me. All items are available for viewing in Bebington, read more

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