This biography draws heavily on the personal diaries of the subject, Robert Hichens (or ‘Hitch’ as he was universally known). The book contains detailed and graphic accounts of running battles. Tragically ‘Hitch’ was killed in action in April 1943, having refused promotion and a job ashore.
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Da: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This biography draws heavily on the personal diaries of the subject, Robert Hichens (or 'Hitch' as he was universally known). After a brief description of his early life, time at Oxford, his motor racing achievements (including trophies at Le Mans in his Aston Martin) and RN training, the book focuses on his exceptional wartime experiences. Hitch was the most highly decorated RNVR officer of the war with two DSOs, three DSCs and three Mentions in Despatches. He was recommended for a posthumous VC. We read of his early days in vulnerable minesweepers and the Dunkirk 'Dynamo' operation, (his first DSC). In late 1940 he joined Coastal Forces serving in the very fast MGBs, soon earning his own command and shortly after command of his Flotilla. He was the first to capture an E-Boat. His successful leadership led to many more successes and his reputation as a fearless and dynamic leader remains a legend today. The book contains detailed and graphic accounts of running battles against the more heavily armed E-boats. Tragically he was killed in action in April 1943, having refused promotion and a job ashore.This book is on the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth official reading list. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Codice articolo GOR002334527
Quantità: 6 disponibili
Da: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, Regno Unito
Condizione: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Codice articolo 6516834-6
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Da: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Regno Unito
Condizione: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Codice articolo wbs8780873888
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Da: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Codice articolo G1844156567I4N00
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Da: SN Books Ltd, Thetford, Regno Unito
hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Orders shipped daily from the UK. Professional seller. Codice articolo mon0000485514
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Da: Fergies Books, Marietta, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condizione: New. 1st Edition. Codice articolo 014759
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Da: powellbooks Somerset UK., Ilminster, SOM, Regno Unito
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 2nd Edition. GunBoat Command, written by Hitch's son, is more than a thrilling read of naval warfare, it is a tribute to an exceptional man and his colleagues who risked and too often gave their lives in the fight against Nazi tyranny. The boards and binding are tight and square the text is accompanied by photographs. The dust jacket has light rippling along its top edge. Book price includes 2nd class postage UK only. Codice articolo 06731
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Da: powellbooks Somerset UK., Ilminster, SOM, Regno Unito
Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. The boards and binding are square and tight, the text block is clean and bright and illustrated with B/W photos, the dust wrapper has a few indents to the front panel. Book price includes 2nd class post in UK only. Codice articolo 09874
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Da: Anytime Books, London, Regno Unito
Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hichens had an interesting and very lucky career in Coastal Forces. pp.xii.348. Maps. Illus. DW has shelf wear; now in archival sleeve. Includes annotated obit of Cmdr. Douglas Hunt from the DT, an obit of Lt. 'Polly' Perkins, and a letter from Tony Lee about his memories of service in the Coastal Forces. Codice articolo 013114
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Da: Mooney's bookstore, Den Helder, Paesi Bassi
Condizione: Very good. Codice articolo E-9781844156566-2-2
Quantità: 1 disponibili