German naval code breakers

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The story of German naval code breakers in World War 2, though less recognized than their British counterparts at Bletchley Park, played a significant role in the conflict. In this account, naval historian Jak P. Mallmann Showell, an expert on the U-boat campaign, explores the archives to reveal the workings of the German naval code breakers. The narrative details the evolution of German code-breaking following the defeat in 1918, the various codes employed by the British and Allied navies, and the organization of the German naval code-breaking department within the broader naval intelligence framework. The book highlights both the successes and failures of German code-breaking efforts and their impact on naval operations in European waters. Key topics include the influence of code breakers on major engagements such as D-Day and the Battle of the Atlantic. More than 50 years post-war, this work emphasizes the crucial contributions of German naval code breakers, shedding new light on maritime events of the era. Readers interested in naval warfare history will find this perspective on World War 2 both enlightening and significant.