ISBN: 9781332267187 - keeping the seas (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a thrilling journey through the perilous waters of the English Channel during World War I. The author, a naval officer, offers a firsthand account of his experiences commanding destroyers in the Sixth Flotilla, a crucial unit tasked with protecting the Dover Strait and its approaches from German attack. The book vividly portrays the everyday realities of naval warfare, including the relentless patrols, submarine hunts, and coastal bombardments that characterized the conflict. Readers will gain a unique perspective on the challenges faced by the men who fought in these small, vulnerable vessels against a technologically superior enemy. The author's observations extend beyond the tactical details of naval operations to explore the human cost of war. He portrays the camaraderie, resilience, and spirit of the sailors who faced danger and hardship with unwavering determination. This book provides a powerful and often humorous chronicle of a critical period in naval history, highlighting the bravery and resourcefulness of those who kept the seas safe for Allied shipping. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…