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In selecting the representative sea-fighters, the author has tried to choose men of real distinction whose deeds of valour are conspicuous in their nations history and whose achievments, taken in there preper chronological order make a continuous story of naval history.
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In selecting the representative sea-fighters, the author has tried to choose men of real distinction whose deeds of valour are conspicuous in their nations history and whose achievments, taken in there preper chronological order make a continuous story of naval history.
Author=C.L. Lewis
pages=307
Published=1930
Book Condtion=Ex Special Naval Collection .library plate and stamp.generally excellent condition
| Weight | 660 g |
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The tragic story of Admiral John Byng (1704-57). Known for the loss of Minorca in 1756 at the beginning of the Seven Years’ War. His ships badly needed repair and he was relieved of his command before he could see to his ships or secure the extra forces he required. He was court-martialled and found guilty of failing to ‘do his utmost’ to prevent Minorca falling to the French following the Battle of Minorca (1756). He was sentenced to death and shot by firing squad (Voltaire commented ‘pour encourager les autres’), on 14 March 1757.
The disaster of the loss of the HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Repulse in the defence of Singapore in December, 1941.
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