This work is a major re-examination of the Battle of the River Plate in 1939, bringing in the German perspective that has hitherto been largely ignored by historians and film. The author draws on German and British records uncovering fresh evidence and providing new insights.
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This work is a major re-examination of the Battle of the River Plate in 1939, bringing in the German perspective that has hitherto been largely ignored by historians and film. The author draws on German and British records uncovering fresh evidence and providing new insights.
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Good in Good dust jacket. 0750909277. 182 pages. Footnotes. Index. Black and white photographic plates. "Revisits the Battle of the River Plate to reach some intriguing conclusions. Here is one of the most familiar tales in the annals of Naval warfare, brought to life with contemporary photos and original track charts. It is an enigma that will long continue to fascinate students and historians alike."-from dust jacket. Minimal markings to contents. Moderate wear. Dust jacket now preserved in glossy new archival-grade Brodart. A sound copy.; 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall; The Price of Disobedience: The Battle of the River Plate Reconsidered Pocket Battleship Graf Spee German Navy Kapitan Hans Langsdorff Commodore Henry 'Bobby' Harwood.
