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From conducting topsecret missions to making Australian submarine history Commodore Peter Scott depicts what it takes to be a Submariner

Over a decorated 34year career Commodore Scott served in 10 submarines passed the most demanding military command course in the world and served as the Head of Profession of the Submarine Arm of the Royal Australian Navy
During that time his character was forged by the challenges of naval service success and failure as a leader catastrophic onboard disasters while dived and lifethreatening traumas Along the way he also endured personal battles with selfdoubt addiction depression and anxiety

In this honest and enlightening tale he shares his quest for self acceptance and for the courage commitment and compassion to lead the warriors of Australias Silent Service

Peace and war for a submariner are much the same Service with our Navys main strike weapon is a mystery for most Australians If we are to comprehend the terms of our survival we must know This beautifully written memoir is our key It needs a wider audience The Honourable Kim Beazley AC

an absorbing often searing account of the life of a submariner and a Navy leader Peters story chronicles the modern life of our critical strategic deterrent the RANs submarine arm General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK AC Mil CVO MC Retd

Personal and full of integrity a great account of the ups and downs of serving Australia as an outstanding submariner Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK AFC Retd