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Story Of Zeebrugge With An Account Of The Blocking Of Zeebrugge St Georges Day 23 April 1918
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Book Synopsis The Blocking of Zeebrugge by : Stephen Prince
Download or read book The Blocking of Zeebrugge written by Stephen Prince and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-02-20 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the night of 22–23 April 1918 the Royal Navy carried out a raid on the German held ports of Zeebrugge and Ostend – Operation Z-O. Under the cover of clouds and smoke, over 70 ships and an assault force of 1,800 Royal Marines embarked on a daring mission which involved a vicious battle of incredible intensity. However, despite the gallant and courageous efforts of the attackers, 11 of whom were later awarded the Victoria Cross, the raid was only partly successful. Discover the successes and failures of this dramatic raid in this in-depth account, complete with specially commissioned battlescene artwork. The author reveals how despite failure, the raid demonstrated to Germany that Britain was still capable of offensive action, even as its armies were being forced back.
Download or read book Endless Story written by James Goldrick and published by Casemate Publishers. This book was released on 2016-06-30 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although it was first published in 1931, Endless Story remains the only comprehensive account of the services of the Navys small craft destroyers, torpedo boats and patrol vessels during the First World War, and moreover the only one written by an officer personally involved. Even if Dorling did not take part in all the actions he describes, he knew the men who did, and gleaned much of his information from personal contact. As a result the book has both authenticity and authority, but is composed with the all verve of the popular novelist that Taffrail was to become. It was a bestseller in its day, and now enjoys the status of a classic.
Book Synopsis Story of Zeebrugge with an Account of the Blocking of Zeebrugge St George's Day 23 April 1918 by : Colonel Stinglhamber
Download or read book Story of Zeebrugge with an Account of the Blocking of Zeebrugge St George's Day 23 April 1918 written by Colonel Stinglhamber and published by . This book was released on 1928 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Zeebrugge Raid 1918 by : Paul Kendall
Download or read book The Zeebrugge Raid 1918 written by Paul Kendall and published by Frontline Books. This book was released on 2016-06-30 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Approximately a third of all Allied merchant vessels sunk during the First World War were by German boats and submarines based at Bruge-Zeebrugge on the coast of Belgium. By 1918 it was feared that Britain would be starved into surrender unless the enemy raiders could be stopped. A daring plan was therefore devised to sail directly into the heavily defended port of Zeebrugge and then to sink three obsolete cruisers in the harbour in the hope they would block German vessels from reaching the English Channel. The cruisers were also to be accompanied by two old submarines, which were filled with explosives to blow up the viaduct connecting the mole to the shore, whilst 200 Marines were to be landed to destroy German gun positions at the entrance to the Bruges Canal.On 23 April the most ambitious amphibious raid of the First World War was carried out, told here through a huge collection of personal accounts and official reports on the bitter fighting which saw more than 500 British casualties from the 1,700 men who took part, and saw the awarding of eight Victoria Crosses.
Book Synopsis The Victoria Cross at Sea by : John Winton
Download or read book The Victoria Cross at Sea written by John Winton and published by Frontline Books. This book was released on 2016-07-31 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Naval VCs have been won in places as far apart in time and distance as the Baltic in 1854 and Japan in 1945, in the trenches from the Crimea to the Western Front, in harbours from Dar es Salaam to Zeebrugge, from the Barents to the Java Sea, from New Zealand to the North Atlantic, and from China to the Channel. They have been won in battleships and trawlers, in submarines below the water and aircraft above it, on horseback and on foot.Age and rank meant nothing. Boy Cornwall was not seventeen at Jutland, and Frederick Parslow was in his sixtieth year when he earned his VC on board a horse transport ship. William Hall was the son of a freed slave; Charles Lucas, awarded the Royal Navys first VC, became a Rear Admiral. Neither were all the recipients of Britains highest gallantry decoration British, and men from Canada, Australia and New Zealand were included in those whose actions were recognised by the awarding of the VC. Yet every one of them had one thing in common uncommon valour.
Download or read book Bulletins from Britain written by and published by . This book was released on 1942 with total page 676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Dictionary Catalog of the Research Libraries of the New York Public Library, 1911-1971 by : New York Public Library. Research Libraries
Download or read book Dictionary Catalog of the Research Libraries of the New York Public Library, 1911-1971 written by New York Public Library. Research Libraries and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The National Union Catalog, Pre-1956 Imprints by : Library of Congress
Download or read book The National Union Catalog, Pre-1956 Imprints written by Library of Congress and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 712 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Story of a North Sea Air Station by : Charles Frederick Snowden Gamble
Download or read book The Story of a North Sea Air Station written by Charles Frederick Snowden Gamble and published by London : Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1928 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beskriver situationen op til 1. verdenskrig og luftoperationer under krigen set fra den engelske flyveplads Great Yarmouth med en Naval Wing under Royal Flying Corps
Book Synopsis 1940 The Second World War at Sea in Photographs by : Phil Carradice
Download or read book 1940 The Second World War at Sea in Photographs written by Phil Carradice and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2014-08-15 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using many rarely seen images, Phil Carradice tells the story of 1940: The War at Sea.
Book Synopsis John Buchan: 28 Novels & 40+ Short Stories (Illustrated) by : John Buchan
Download or read book John Buchan: 28 Novels & 40+ Short Stories (Illustrated) written by John Buchan and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-06 with total page 6022 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Buchan's collection of 28 novels and over 40 short stories, beautifully illustrated, provides readers with a captivating glimpse into the world of British literature in the early 20th century. Buchan's works are characterized by their thrilling narratives, rich descriptions of landscapes, and well-developed characters. His writing style seamlessly blends elements of adventure, mystery, and social commentary, making his stories both entertaining and thought-provoking. The inclusion of illustrations adds an extra layer of visual engagement for readers, enhancing the overall reading experience. Buchan's storytelling transports readers to a world where danger lurks around every corner, and heroes must rise to the challenge. This collection showcases Buchan's versatility as a writer and his ability to create gripping tales that stand the test of time. Fans of classic British literature will find this collection to be a treasure trove of literary gems waiting to be discovered.
Book Synopsis From the Dreadnought to Scapa Flow by : Arthur J Marder
Download or read book From the Dreadnought to Scapa Flow written by Arthur J Marder and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2014-06-13 with total page 473 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The five volumes that constitute Arthur Marder's From the Dreadnought to Scapa Flow represented arguably the finest contribution to the literature of naval history since Alfred Mahan. A J P Taylor wrote that 'his naval history has a unique fascination. To unrivalled mastery of sources he adds a gift of simple narrative . . . He is beyond praise, as he is beyond cavil.' The five volumes were subtitled The Royal Navy in the Fisher Era, 1904–1919 and they are still, despite recent major contributions from Robert Massie and Andrew Gordan, regarded by many as the definitive history of naval events leading up to and including the Great War. This last volume describes the Royal Navy's final triumph. The convoy system brought rewards and the US Navy arrived in European waters. The striking 1918 raid on Zeebrugge was a big morale booster, and in November 1918 Beatty received the surrender of the German High Seas Fleet. In June the following year the Germand scuttled their fleet at Scapa Flow and so came to an end a major era in naval history. A new introduction by Barry Gough, the distinguished Canadian maritime and naval historian, assesses the importance of Marder's work and anchors it firmly amongst the great naval narrative histories of this era. This new paperback edition will bring a truly great work to a new generation of historians and general readers.
Book Synopsis Battles and Honours of the Royal Navy by : David A. Thomas
Download or read book Battles and Honours of the Royal Navy written by David A. Thomas and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 1998-12-17 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An invaluable and up-to-date reference book listing every battle honour awarded to ships of the Royal Navy. Although the honours go back to the Spanish Armada in 1588, surprisingly the system was not officially sanctioned until 1954.
Book Synopsis A Great Free City by : James C. Thomson
Download or read book A Great Free City written by James C. Thomson and published by . This book was released on 1924 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation by : Walter Victor Hutchinson
Download or read book Hutchinson's Story of the British Nation written by Walter Victor Hutchinson and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 620 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis THE GREAT WAR COLLECTION – The Battle of Jutland, The Battle of the Somme & Nelson's History of the War (9 Books in One Volume) by : John Buchan
Download or read book THE GREAT WAR COLLECTION – The Battle of Jutland, The Battle of the Somme & Nelson's History of the War (9 Books in One Volume) written by John Buchan and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-11 with total page 1182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'THE GREAT WAR COLLECTION', John Buchan takes readers on a comprehensive journey through some of the most pivotal battles and events of World War I. The book combines detailed accounts of The Battle of Jutland, The Battle of the Somme, and Nelson's History of the War into one volume, providing a rich tapestry of military strategy, bravery, and sacrifice. Buchan's writing style is both informative and engaging, drawing readers into the heart of the action while also reflecting on the broader historical significance of these events within the context of the war. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of World War I from a military perspective. Bringing together these nine books, Buchan provides a thorough and insightful look at the Great War, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.
Download or read book The Royal Navy written by Duncan Redford and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2014-03-27 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since 1900, the Royal Navy has seen vast changes to the way it operates. This book tells the story, not just of defeats and victories, but also of how the navy has adjusted to over 100 years of rapid technological and social change. The navy has changed almost beyond recognition since the far-reaching reforms made by Admiral Fisher at the turn of the century. Fisher radically overhauled the fleet, replacing the nineteenth-century wooden crafts with the latest in modern naval technology, including battleships (such as the iconic dreadnoughts), aircraft carriers and submarines. In World War I and World War II, the navy played a central role, especially as unrestricted submarine warfare and supply blockades became an integral part of twentieth-century combat. However it was the development of nuclear and missile technology during the Cold War era which drastically changed the face of naval warfare - today the navy can launch sea-based strikes across thousands of miles to reach targets deep inland. This book navigates the cross currents of over 100 years of British naval history. As well as operational issues, the authors also consider the symbolism attached to the navy in popular culture and the way naval personnel have been treated, looking at the changes in on-board life and service during the period, as well as the role of women in the navy. In addition to providing full coverage of the Royal Navy's wartime operations, the authors also consider the functions of the navy in periods of nominal peace - including disaster relief, diplomacy and exercises. Even in peacetime the Royal Navy had a substantial role to play. Covering the whole span of naval history from 1900 to the present, this book places the wars and battles fought by the navy within a wider context, looking at domestic politics, economic issues and international affairs. It will be essential reading for anyone interested in naval history and operations, as well as military history more generally.
