Tells the story of the merchant fleet during World War II, the non-fighting service in which 32,000 men died, yet whose essential role has never been fully appreciated. Action seen by merchantment and their crews is told with insight, from the early days of war to the day of victory on the Rhine, the complete operation of the fleet is examined, with vivid accounts of the horrific losses undegone, the heroism of the crews and the sacrificies endured.
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Tells the story of the merchant fleet during World War II, the non-fighting service in which 32,000 men died, yet whose essential role has never been fully appreciated. Action seen by merchantment and their crews is told with insight, from the early days of war to the day of victory on the Rhine, the complete operation of the fleet is examined, with vivid accounts of the horrific losses undegone, the heroism of the crews and the sacrificies endured.
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As New in As New dust jacket. 0709048483. Hardcover in dust jacket. First edition. Book and unclipped dust jacket are in fine condition, crisp and clean, with tight binding and sharp corners. A comprehensive history of the often very dangerous wartime British Merchant supply shipping routes. Historic photos as well as commander and crew biographies throughout. 8vo. 347 pp. Including index. In protective Mylar.
