Malta Convoys 1940-42: The Struggle at Sea
- ISBN-10
- 0850526639
- ISBN-13
- 9780850526639
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 224
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1999-12-31
- Publisher
- Pen and Sword
- Author
- David A. Thomas
Description
In Malta Convoys David Thomas, the distinguished naval historian, gives a fascinating account of the vital battles fought by sea and air to ensure that essential supplies got through. He vividly describes the appalling cost in men and ships. Here is an important contribution to naval history in the Second World War and, at the same time, a rattling good read.
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