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Buy THE SAFEGUARD OF THE SEA. A Naval History of Britain 660-1649 for R120.00

1997. Hard  cover with dust cover, 691 pages. Very good condition. Over 1kg. "[An] awesomely scholarly study.... The importance of this book is not only in its intrinsic interest, or its usefulness as a superb resource, but its demonstration that [Britain's] story cannot be told without a thorough knowledge of what happened at sea."¿Alan Judd,  Sunday Times  [London] Throughout the chronicle of Britain's history, one factor above all others has determined the fate of kings, the security of trade, and the integrity of the realm. Without its navy, Britain would have been a weakling among the nations of Europe, could never have built or maintained the empire, and in all likelihood would have been overrun by the armies of Napoleon and Hitler. Now, for the first time in nearly a century, a prominent naval historian has undertaken a comprehensive account of the history and traditions of this most essential institution. N. A. M. Rodger has produced a superb work, combining scholarship with narrative, that demonstrates how the political and social history of Britain has been inextricably intertwined with the strength-or weakness-of her seapower. From the early military campaigns against the Vikings to the defeat of the great Spanish Armada in the reign of Elizabeth I, this volume touches on some of the most colorful characters in British history. It also provides fascinating details on naval construction, logistics, health, diet, and weaponry. "A splendid book. It combines impressively detailed research with breadth of perception....[Rodger] has prepared an admirable historical record that will be read and reread in the years ahead."¿ Times  [London] 24 pages of illustrations  

Buy Sea Battles and Major Naval Events A History from 1798 researched by Lt Comdr John Holland for R300.00

London, David & Charles, 1979;  1st edition. Hardback. Ex-Library. 224pp with illustrations. Usual library markings.

 HARDCOVER BOOK IN GOOD CONDITION, DAVID & CHARLES 1979, 224 PAGES                                MILITARY AIRCRAFT, AIRCRAFT CARRIER, AIR WARFARE, NAVY 

 691 PAGE SOFTCOVER BOOK IN GOOD CONDITION - FRONT COVER HAS A MINOR CREASE. POST OFFICE POSTAGE = R55. POSTNET TO POSTNET = R99 > ORDER ANY NUMBER OF BOOKS UP TO 5 KG                                                  NAVY, NAVAL HISTORY, SEA WARFARE 

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 13 working days This is an in-depth look at the history and legacy of HMCS "Oakville," a Canadian World War II corvette that fought in the Battle of the Atlantic, and was one of the few corvettes to sink a U-boat. From its creation through its christening off the shores of its namesake town, its exploits at sea, the famous encounter with "U94," and the ship's lackluster end, "Oakville's" is a story that showcases not only our nation s proud naval heritage, but also the importance of remembrance. "Oakville's Flower" sets the scene of naval war in the Atlantic the battles between convoys, stealthy U-boats, and the lowly corvettes that formed the backbone of the Royal Canadian Navy. We follow"Oakville," one of those corvettes, through its rise and fall as a Canadian naval legend, to its revival in the town of Oakville, championed by the local Sea Cadet Corps that shares its name and safeguards its legacy." Features Summary This is an in-depth look at the history and legacy of HMCS "Oakville," a Canadian World War II corvette that fought in the Battle of the Atlantic, and was one of the few corvettes to sink a U-boat... Author Sean E. Livingston Publisher Dundurn Group Release date Pages 168 ISBN ISBN

Cook Islands 1 dollar Great Naval Battle of Jutland, ships, proof coloured 2011 Edition Technical Specs Presentation Country:   Cook Island Metal Purity:    Silver 0.999 Box:   Yes Year of Issue:   2011 Weight:   31,135 CoA:   Yes Face Value:   1 dollar Dimensions:   40.60     Quality:   Proof     Mintage:   5,000   New coin with capsule, CoA and box All aficionados of naval history will be thrilled with this fourth release on the Battle of Jutland. The Battle of Jutland was history's biggest ever naval battle involving 250 ships. The fighting took place in the North Sea on 31 May 1916 between the British Grand Fleet and the Imperial Germany Navy. ____________________________________________________  Feel free to e-mail me with any questions.

 BATTLESHIP BISMARCK A SURVIVOR'S STORY  by Baron Burkard von Mullenheim Rechberg ; TRANSLATED into English by JACK SWEETMAN ; Hardcover; published by The Bodley Head; First published in Great Britain in 1981; ISBN 0 370 30390 3; No. of Pages; 290 including The Index  Both Book and D/J  in very good condition; D/J  fully intact  One small tear 1cm on the front bottom  and also very slight damage to the front right corner and the edge / top of the spine. Book; very good binding , no tears, no writing added and no browning of the paper. For postage via SA PO and within SA  please add R50.00  alternatively via POSTNET  to POSTNET  for a parcel of up to 5kg (addit. books maybe included - up to 5kg) then please add R104.00 . Buyers from outside of SA can contact me for a postal quote.  ps; Also listed under my listings; "    THE DISCOVERY OF THE BISMARCK by ROBERT BALLARD  with RICK ARCHBOLD  ". From; Goodreads;  Rating  4.27  out of 5 Stars;  Originally published to much acclaim in 1980, this is the story of the legendary German battleship that sunk the pride of the Royal Navy, HMS Hood, on May 24, 1941, and three days later was hunted down and sunk by the British during one of the most dramatic pursuits in naval history. Told by a German naval officer who witnessed both sinkings, the book chronicles the brief but sensational career of what was thought to be the grandest weapon of the Third Reich. Burkard Baron von Mullenheim-Rechberg, the Bismarck 's top-ranking survivor, tells the battleship's story from commissioning to the moment when the captain gave a final salute and went down with his ship. The epic battle between the two great enemy ships captured the imagination of an entire generation and became a popular subject for movies and songs. With the discovery a few years ago of the Bismarck 's sunken hull off the coast of France, worldwide attention has focused again on the famous ship. Reprinted now in paperback for the first time, the work presents the human dimensions of the event without neglecting the technical side and includes information on rudder damage and repair, overall ship damage, and code breaking. The book also provides insights into the author's life as a prisoner of war in England and Canada and the friction that existed between the Nazis and non-Nazis Germans in the camps. Such a personal look at one of the most famous sea encounters in the history of World War II makes absorbing reading.   World Wat two 11 II German Naval operations warships  

Lost Voices of The Royal Navy is based entirely on first-hand accounts of naval action between 1914 and 1945, with vivid recollections from Gallipoli to the Far East, by way of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Max Arthur, author of the international bestseller Forgotten Voices of the Great War, has woven a unique narrative history of life at sea: Lost Voices of the Royal Navy is a memorable and moving testament to the courage, spirit, skill and irrepressible humour of those who served in the Royal Navy during the crucial years from 1914 to 1945.

235 pages Published: 1971 Genre: Historical, Military, WWii Operation Cerberus was the name given to major naval operation during WWII in which a German Kriegsmarine fleet consisting of Scharnhorst, Gneisenau, Prinz Eugen, supported by a number of smaller ships sailed from Brest, France to their home bases in Germany via the English Channel. On 2/11/42, the ships left Brest at 21.15 & escaped detection for more than twelve hours, approaching the Straits of Dover without check. Despite British attacks by the Royal Air Force, the Fleet Air Arm & Coastal Artillery, by 2/13 all the ships had completed their transit. The action has entered history as the "Channel Dash". Illustrated with a map of the English channel & the North Sea & eight pages of black & white photos. Book condition: Very Good – Moderate signs of wear. A bit shelf worn and bumped corners. Some dog eared pages and creases on the cover may appear. No missing pages, no writing in the book. Pages on the inside of the book are still in a very good condition.   PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME REGARDING ANYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT MY ITEMS FOR SALE. I WILL COMBINE ORDERS FOR POSTAGE/COURIER. HAVE A LOOK AT MY OTHER ITEMS, THERE MIGHT BE SOMETHING YOU LIKE.