Alexander Rose
Historian and author of several books including Phantom Fleet and Washington's Spies, known for writing narrative histories about intelligence, espionage, and military topics.
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Jul 16, 2025 • 36min
Phantom Fleet: U-Boats, Codebreakers, and the Daring Capture of U-505, with Alexander Rose
In this engaging discussion, bestselling author Alexander Rose reveals the daring capture of the U-505 submarine during World War II. He recounts the extraordinary June 4, 1944 mission of the USS Pillsbury, detailing the challenges faced in underwater warfare and intelligence operations against German U-boats. Rose shares fascinating insights into naval hero Dan Gallery's eccentric life and the audacious brainstorming that led to capturing a U-boat. Plus, he offers a peek into his writing process, comparing tools like Scrivener and Word.
Nov 5, 2025 • 31min
Episode 56: Alexander Rose, Historian
Alexander Rose, a historian and author known for his books on intelligence and military history, dives deep into his latest work, Phantom Fleet. He shares insights on the daring capture of a German U-Boat just before D-Day, highlighting the strategic importance of intelligence. Rose contrasts British and American historical writing styles, discusses the merits of narrative techniques in history, and reveals his unique research methods using primary documents. He also reflects on his focus on intelligence history and offers a reading recommendation on Voltaire.
