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Filled with coloured characters, Blake, Samuel Pepys, Captain Bligh, Nelson, Jacky Fisher, Jellicoe and Beatty – this is an account of heroes and villians, innovators and adventurers. Battles lost and won that vivdly illustrates one of the most fascinating stories in British History.
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Filled with coloured characters, Blake, Samuel Pepys, Captain Bligh, Nelson, Jacky Fisher, Jellicoe and Beatty – this is an account of heroes and villians, innovators and adventurers. Battles lost and won that vivdly illustrates one of the most fascinating stories in British History.
Author=Captain Peter Hore
Pages=450
Published=2005
Book Condtion=Ex public library book.library plate and stamp.generally excellent condition
| Weight | 820 g |
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