Full Speed Ahead: Tales from the Log of a Correspondent with Our Navy

"Full Speed Ahead: Tales from the Log of a Correspondent with Our Navy" by Henry Beston is a compilation of stories from the early 1900s, following Beston's time with the US Navy during their overseas missions. It shows personal stories and observations of sailors and submariners during World War I. The stories highlight both the hardships and victories in naval operations, especially focusing on submarines and their crews. The book starts with the author thanking the Navy for their hospitality and setting the scene in London. There he introduces a submarine captain who tells a gripping story of crossing the Atlantic, detailing a dangerous storm at sea, the hard conditions for submarines, the teamwork of the crew, and the problems with keeping things running. This creates a feeling of adventure and the real challenges of naval life during war, preparing for more stories about those serving at sea.