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Liberty's Provenance

The Evolution of the Liberty Ship from Its Sunderland Origins

de John Henshaw ...

"D eserves consideration from anyone interested in how the ship design process is translated into actual product which in turn can win a war." — Warship InternationalThe Battle of the Atlantic, fought by the Allies to maintain lines of communication and vital trade routes for armaments, men, and basic sustenance, could not have been won without the 2,710 Liberty ships that were designed and built ... Leer más

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"D eserves consideration from anyone interested in how the ship design process is translated into actual product which in turn can win a war." — Warship InternationalThe Battle of the Atlantic, fought by the Allies to maintain lines of communication and vital trade routes for armaments, men, and basic sustenance, could not have been won without the 2,710 Liberty ships that were designed and built
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A Bloody Business

Convoy PQ 17

de John Henshaw ...

Examines the disastrous Allied Convoy PQ 17 of 1942, exploring how strategic errors and one critical decision led to its near-destruction.In early June 1941, few optimists would have forecast that beleaguered Britain would see victory or even be joined by new military allies. Yet on June 22, Nazi Germany launched Operation Barbarossa, its surprise attack on the Soviet Union, which in six months ... Leer más

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Examines the disastrous Allied Convoy PQ 17 of 1942, exploring how strategic errors and one critical decision led to its near-destruction.In early June 1941, few optimists would have forecast that beleaguered Britain would see victory or even be joined by new military allies. Yet on June 22, Nazi Germany launched Operation Barbarossa, its surprise attack on the Soviet Union, which in six months
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V & W Destroyers

A Developmental History

de John Henshaw ...

"A very interesting book tracing the development and service of . . . one of the iconic destroyers of the Second World War." — Australian Naval InstituteIn this book John Henshaw takes the reader through all the developmental stages of the V & W Class with a detailed history of the step-by-step lessons that were learned, not all of which were fortuitous. In one package the Royal Navy finally ... Leer más

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"A very interesting book tracing the development and service of . . . one of the iconic destroyers of the Second World War." — Australian Naval InstituteIn this book John Henshaw takes the reader through all the developmental stages of the V & W Class with a detailed history of the step-by-step lessons that were learned, not all of which were fortuitous. In one package the Royal Navy finally
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Malta's Savior

Operation Pedestal, August 1942

de John Henshaw ...

Holding the small island of Malta, the British Empire's strategic centerpiece in the Mediterranean Sea, was critical to the Allied cause in World War II--and taking it was essential for Axis victory. German forces laid siege to the island beginning in June 1940, and it soon became the most bombed place on Earth. By August 1942, with supplies running out, Malta was in dire need of relief. In what ... Leer más

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Holding the small island of Malta, the British Empire's strategic centerpiece in the Mediterranean Sea, was critical to the Allied cause in World War II--and taking it was essential for Axis victory. German forces laid siege to the island beginning in June 1940, and it soon became the most bombed place on Earth. By August 1942, with supplies running out, Malta was in dire need of relief. In what
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Town Class Destroyers

A Critical Assessment

de John Henshaw ...

Early in World War II, fifty obsolete US Navy destroyers were transferred to the Royal Navy in return for a 99-year lease on British bases in the Caribbean, Bahamas and Newfoundland. Though they were obsolete and far from ideal, they played a vital role in the Royal Navy's campaign. This is their complete story. Topics covered include the background to the acquisition of the ships, the Battle of ... Leer más

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Early in World War II, fifty obsolete US Navy destroyers were transferred to the Royal Navy in return for a 99-year lease on British bases in the Caribbean, Bahamas and Newfoundland. Though they were obsolete and far from ideal, they played a vital role in the Royal Navy's campaign. This is their complete story. Topics covered include the background to the acquisition of the ships, the Battle of
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Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

A BBC Radio 4 Comedy

de Jim Poyser, Damian Lanigan ...

Narrado por Full Cast, Jason Done, John Henshaw, Dominic Monaghan, Beverley Callard, John McArdle ...

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All 12 episodes featuring the comic goings-on of the Stockport-based Conroy familyGet ready to be dragged kicking and screaming into the world of family life, Stockport-style, as 15-year-old Jason introduces us to the Conroy clan. There's dad Eddie, cabby and wannabe champion organist; mum Maureen, who's easygoing but wasn't born yesterday; older brother Michael, lead singer of The Sweater Girls; ... Leer más

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All 12 episodes featuring the comic goings-on of the Stockport-based Conroy familyGet ready to be dragged kicking and screaming into the world of family life, Stockport-style, as 15-year-old Jason introduces us to the Conroy clan. There's dad Eddie, cabby and wannabe champion organist; mum Maureen, who's easygoing but wasn't born yesterday; older brother Michael, lead singer of The Sweater Girls;
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In The Family

A BBC Radio 4 dramatisation

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Narrado por Sean Grundy, Christine Hall, Colin Hoult, Diane Morgan, jane duvitski, John Biddle, John Henshaw, Tony Marshall, Zahra Barri, Zoe Gardner0 ...

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After ten years, Peter leaves Gillian for Laura. Distraught, Gillian goes round to Peter's parents to be consoled. They take her in - then things go a little weird. Starring Diane Morgan, Colin Hoult, Janine Duvitski, John Henshaw, Zoe Gardner, Zahra Barri, John Biddle, Tony Marshall, Christine Hall and Sean Grundy. Written by Sean Grundy. Director: Alison Crawford. ... Leer más

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After ten years, Peter leaves Gillian for Laura. Distraught, Gillian goes round to Peter's parents to be consoled. They take her in - then things go a little weird. Starring Diane Morgan, Colin Hoult, Janine Duvitski, John Henshaw, Zoe Gardner, Zahra Barri, John Biddle, Tony Marshall, Christine Hall and Sean Grundy. Written by Sean Grundy. Director: Alison Crawford.
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Torpedo

The Complete History of the World's Most Revolutionary Naval Weapon

de Roger Branfill-Cook ...

An encyclopedic study of the ship-killer par excellence—from its development to post-World War II usage. "A well-written book, lavishly illustrated." — International Journal of Maritime HistoryThe torpedo was the greatest single game-changer in the history of naval warfare. For the first time it allowed a small, cheap torpedo-firing vessel—and by extension a small, minor navy—to threaten the ... Leer más

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An encyclopedic study of the ship-killer par excellence—from its development to post-World War II usage. "A well-written book, lavishly illustrated." — International Journal of Maritime HistoryThe torpedo was the greatest single game-changer in the history of naval warfare. For the first time it allowed a small, cheap torpedo-firing vessel—and by extension a small, minor navy—to threaten the
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British Battleships 1939–45 (1)

Queen Elizabeth and Royal Sovereign Classes

de Angus Konstam ...

Series Libro 154 - New Vanguard
With the outbreak of World War II, Britain's Royal Navy and her fleet of battleships would be at the forefront of her defence.Yet ten of the 12 battleships were already over 20 years old, having served in World War I, and required extensive modifications to allow them to perform a vital service throughout the six long years of conflict. Angus Konstam offers a comprehensive review of the ... Leer más

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With the outbreak of World War II, Britain's Royal Navy and her fleet of battleships would be at the forefront of her defence.Yet ten of the 12 battleships were already over 20 years old, having served in World War I, and required extensive modifications to allow them to perform a vital service throughout the six long years of conflict. Angus Konstam offers a comprehensive review of the
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Warships After London

The End of the Treaty Era in the Five Major Fleets, 1930–1936

de John Jordan ...

The acclaimed naval historian presents an authoritative study of how the 1930 Treaty of London influenced warship design in the years before WW2.After the Washington Naval Treaty of 1922 put a cap on the construction of capital ships and aircraft carriers, the major navies of the world began building 'treaty cruisers' and other warships that maximized power while abiding the restrictions. As the ... Leer más

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The acclaimed naval historian presents an authoritative study of how the 1930 Treaty of London influenced warship design in the years before WW2.After the Washington Naval Treaty of 1922 put a cap on the construction of capital ships and aircraft carriers, the major navies of the world began building 'treaty cruisers' and other warships that maximized power while abiding the restrictions. As the
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British Motor Gun Boat 1939–45

de Angus Konstam ...

Series Libro 166 - New Vanguard
Motor Gun Boats were the “Spitfires of the Seas” of the Royal Navy.Bristling with small-calibre guns and machine guns, they served in a variety of roles during the War. In the early war period they battled against German E-boats in the English Channel, then went on the offensive, searching the enemy shore for targets of opportunity. At other times, they ran support for Motor Torpedo Boats and were ... Leer más

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Motor Gun Boats were the “Spitfires of the Seas” of the Royal Navy.Bristling with small-calibre guns and machine guns, they served in a variety of roles during the War. In the early war period they battled against German E-boats in the English Channel, then went on the offensive, searching the enemy shore for targets of opportunity. At other times, they ran support for Motor Torpedo Boats and were
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The Modern Cruiser

The Evolution of the Ships that Fought the Second World War

de Robert C. Stern ...

"An entertaining and informative review of the evolution of one of the most important classes of warship, from the technology of WWII into the missile age." —FiretrenchCruisers probably vary more in their characteristics than any other warship type and have certainly been subject to the most convoluted development. There was always a basic tension between quantity and quality, between numbers and ... Leer más

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"An entertaining and informative review of the evolution of one of the most important classes of warship, from the technology of WWII into the missile age." —FiretrenchCruisers probably vary more in their characteristics than any other warship type and have certainly been subject to the most convoluted development. There was always a basic tension between quantity and quality, between numbers and
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