Real Stories from a Nuclear Submariner describes Alan S. Votta's many experiences and memories during his twenty-four years in the United States Navy Nuclear Submarine Service; including his early days as a raw Navy recruit, attending training schools, building several subs, going on patrols, and becoming a Naval instructor.He has included many stories that depict the difficulty of the training and the intensity and responsibility of the job. There are stories on the lighter side, which depict the many humorous day to- day occurrences that broke the tension and offered some relief to the severity of the task at hand, while being part of the silent service. The author's personality and sense of humor come through loud and clear in the stories he tells, as well as his love and respect for his fellow submariners and the honor and pride he felt having served in the United States Navy as a nuclear submariner. He paints a true picture of the trials and tribulations of life onboard a sub as the nuclear submarine service was growing in the U.S. during the 60s and 70s. Alan Votta's engaging stories will have mass appeal to the general public, and particularly to anyone who has served in the military.
