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Great Britain Naval history, biography of Nelson, the admiral responsible for Britain’s naval supremacy in Europe in the early 19th century
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Great Britain Naval history, biography of Nelson, the admiral responsible for Britain’s naval supremacy in Europe in the early 19th century
Author=David Walder
Pages=538
Published=1978
Book Condtion=Ex public library book.library plate and stamp.generally excellent condition
| Weight | 1020 g |
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A book about the Royal Navy at work and at play, at home and abroad. Professionalism and humor are the key notes of this book.
British Naval Documents 1206 – 1960. Covering a general introduction, policy and strategy, tactics and operations, administration, material and weapons and personnel.
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.
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