The Dolphin Submarine Deal

Helmut Kohl and the History of German-Israeli Relations
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-3-658-51226-2
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 332 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 241 mm, Gewicht: 686 g

This book uncovers the untold story behind one of the most significant episodes in the history of German-Israeli relations, revealing how Chancellor Helmut Kohl orchestrated Germany's approval and financing of the first Dolphin-class submarines for Israel. A process driven by security interests, alliance politics and Germany's lasting responsibility following the Shoah. Drawing on newly examined archival material, the book illustrates how the Gulf War, US pressure and Germany’s own identity converged to produce a precedent-setting decision that reshaped bilateral ties for decades.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Serr, Marcel

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Weltgeschichte & Geschichte einzelner Länder und Gebietsräume Europäische Geschichte

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. Why States Trade Arms.- Chapter 3. Germany’s Foreign Policy System.- Chapter 4. Germany’s Arms Export Policy.- Chapter 5. A History of German-Israeli Relations and Military Cooperation (1949–1982).- Chapter 6. The German Decisions on the Dolphin-Class Submarines.- Chapter 7. Conclusions.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Marcel Serr is a historian and political scientist. He lived and worked in Jerusalem from 2013 to 2017, an experience that deepened his fascination with the history of Israel and influenced his research perspective. Dr. Serr earned his Ph.D. from the University of Haifa. His published works include studies on biblical archaeology, the military history of Israel, and German-Israeli relations.