Red Star Rogue

Red Star Rogue by Kenneth Sewell, published by Gallery Books on April 12, 2014, is a detailed exploration of a significant Cold War incident involving a rogue Soviet submarine. This reprint edition spans 480 pages and is presented in English. The book recounts the true story of the nuclear-armed K-129, which sank on March 7, 1968, while raising questions about its mission and the circumstances surrounding its infiltration into American waters.

Readers will find a thorough investigation based on declassified documents and confidential interviews that reveal the complexities of this military operation. Sewell delves into the implications of the K-129’s mission, which was designed to provoke conflict between the United States and China. The narrative is supported by sixteen pages of exclusive photographs, providing a visual context to this pivotal moment in history. The book addresses themes of military strategy and nuclear warfare, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of 20th-century events.