LES SOUS-MARINS DE 1re CLASSE - Les Requin et Redoutable 1922-1950

This book is dedicated to the 40 first-class submarines built for the French Navy between 1922 and 1939. They are divided into two types: the 1,100-ton or Requin submarines from the 1922 and 1923 programs, and the Redoutable and Pascal submarines from the 1924 to 1930 programs. The second-class and mine-laying submarines are covered in another book in the same collection.
The 1,500-ton submarines are better known than the 1,100-ton submarines, which are often overlooked. The departure from Toulon on November 27, 1942, of the Casabianca, the Glorieux, and, of course, the 1,100-ton submarine, the Marsouin, is considered a major event in the history of French submarines. The 1,500-ton submarines were the Navy's most active vessels during the Second World War. The campaigns of several are relatively famous, with the Casabianca occupying the top spot, whose most spectacular missions were recounted by two former commanders. Eleven vessels were lost as a result of war, including nine by the actions of our former and future allies. The five survivors were engaged from December 1942 (the Casabianca) in operations in the Mediterranean or served in listening schools.
Much of the historical background, particularly for the period from June 1940 to December 1942, is limited to a narrative of facts; commentary and interpretations are practically excluded in a work that emphasizes technology.
This book is illustrated with over 520 photos, maps, and diagrams, all over 326 pages.

The book on the Second-Class Submarines and Minelayers of the French Navy from 1922 to 1945 has been published.
Also available on our website.