5. The Q-Ship Deception
During World War I and II, the Allies disguised heavily armed ‘Q-ships’ as harmless merchant vessels to ambush enemy submarines—a high-stakes bluff that often paid off. These decoy ships lured submarines close before revealing their weaponry, leading to surprise attacks. For an in-depth exploration of this naval strategy, refer to the article “Q-Ships: The Art of Naval Deception” in Naval History Magazine: (usni.org)
