Scapa and a Camera Pictorial Impressions of Five Years Spent at the Grand Fleet Base

"Scapa and a Camera" by C. W. Burrows is a blend of personal stories and historical moments, all captured through photographs and memories from five years spent at the Grand Fleet Base during World War I. The book tells of life in Scapa Flow and the surrounding areas, focusing on the bonds formed between naval personnel as they faced tough conditions and important wartime events. Burrows starts by explaining how Scapa Flow was transformed from a forgotten place into a vital naval center. He talks about the harsh weather and scenery, but also shares warm memories of the friendships that grew stronger during these hard times. Interwoven through vivid imagery are accounts of key historical points, notably the surrender and sinking of the German fleet, set against the backdrop of wartime exigency.