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Running Deep

An Australian Submarine Life

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Running Deep

By: Peter Scott
Narrated by: Lockie Chapman
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From conducting top-secret missions to making Australian submarine history, Commodore Peter Scott depicts what it takes to be a Submariner.

Over a decorated 34-year career, Commodore Scott served in 10 submarines, passed the most demanding military command course in the world and served as the Head of Profession of the Submarine Arm of the Royal Australian Navy.

During that time his character was forged by the challenges of naval service, success and failure as a leader, catastrophic onboard disasters while dived, and life-threatening traumas. Along the way, he also endured personal battles with self-doubt, addiction, depression and anxiety.

In this honest and enlightening tale, he shares his quest for self acceptance, and for the courage, commitment and compassion to lead the warriors of Australia's Silent Service.

‘Peace and war for a submariner are much the same. Service with our Navy's main strike weapon is a mystery for most Australians. If we are to comprehend the terms of our survival, we must know. This beautifully written memoir is our key. It needs a wider audience.' The Honourable Kim Beazley AC

‘… an absorbing, often searing account of the life of a submariner and a Navy leader. Peter's story chronicles the modern life of our critical strategic deterrent–the RAN's submarine arm.' General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK AC (Mil) CVO MC (Retd)

‘Personal and full of integrity, a great account of the ups and downs of serving Australia as an outstanding submariner.' Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK, AFC (Retd)

©2023 Peter Scott (P)2023 W. F. Howes Ltd Military & War Military War Submarine
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Biased as an Australian Submariner that served with Peter, I really enjoyed the Audiobook. It sheds new light & depth on the Squadron, Peter’s service & the man himself.

Hidden Vulnerability & Conspicuous Service.

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I remarkable insight into the men and women who work in a remarkable branch of the Royal Australian Navy
It was great to hear it from someone who has been there and done it themselves
9 out of 10. Hopefully more stories to come.

Bravo Zulu. (Well done)

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Peter’s brilliant career story shines a light on the largely dark and secret world of the Submarine arm. A privilege to be allowed into his life, his adventures and into the submarine control room. The narration was first class, capturing the emotion, and circumstance of every situation, whilst making it extremely relatable for the lay person. In my top 5 of most enjoyable books ever.

Your MUST read for this year.

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I spent 25 years as a Royal Australian Navy Survey Recorder, and therefore my interaction with submarines and submariners was limited to occasionally seeing one alongside, very rarely seeing one on the surface at sea and on one memorable occasion in 1974, getting hammered with a very hospitable crew onboard an RN O Boat in Cairns which berthed astern of HMAS Flinders. That is the prelude to this recommendation of what I found to be a fascinating and informative audio book I just finished listening to. Running Deep is just a top dit. This audio book was a rivetting listen, Such an honest story of this Officers experiences, I put it down thinking I would have loved to have sailed with him. Written with a true understanding of sailors jargon and an easy familiartity, every chapter was packed with fact, personal experiences (good and bad) and offered unique insight into life onboard the Oberons and Collins classes with refreshing honesty about what we all knew was wrong within. Highly recommended to any Navy personnel, I am doubly sure the submariners would identify with all he writes about.

A brilliant insight into life on RAN submarines

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An honest, personal and captivating account of a distinguished career within the Submarine Service of the Royal Australian Navy. Peter Scott has done a remarkable job in articulating the critical importance of the Submarine Service to Australia’s strategic defence capability.

A must read for anyone interested in Australia’s defence capability

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Thank you for sharing your life story of service for Australia with your man and women. Thank you

A great insight into submarine life

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Running Deep is not only a hugely entertaining insight into the shrouded world of Australia’s elite submarine force, It is a deeply personal, honest and authentic story.

Peter’s honest portrayal of his lifetime of service to Australia and the Australian Navy as well as how this intertwines with his own personal journey, is both engaging and inspiring. Importantly Running Deep is an accurate reflection of the Submarine service and the pivotal part it plays in the nations defence.

I could not recommend Running Deep enough, an outstanding read from an outstanding and authentic leader.

A 5 Star Read

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I Loved it.

I learned so much about the capability and strategic importance of the RAN submarine arm and the determination and commitment of the submariners who represent it. Running Deep is also a deeply human recollection, and a story underpinned by sacrifice.

Thank you CMDE Peter Scott for your service, and for sharing your story.

A window into the world of a submariner

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