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The Norwegian merchant fleet in the Second World War / Kenneth L. Privratsky. Privratsky, Kenneth L., 2023. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 387.2409481
The world of sea power guide / David Wragg. "In one volume the reader will find the composition and details of all naval elements of the armed forces of 137 nations, including paramilitary organizations such as the US Coast Guard Service. The book starts with an introduction based on the situation today and the response of the leading maritime powers. This is an interesting period, and one of with considerable uncertainty for the Royal Navy following the Strategic Defence Review."--Provided by the publisher. 2012. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 355.49(100)
Offshore ferry services of England and Scotland / by Peter C. Smith. "This is a practical guide to the many offshore ferry services that sail from English and Scottish ports to destinations on continental Europe, Ireland and Britain's many islands. Details will include the ferries in current service, a description of the routes, car and truck capacity, destinations, on-board facilities, terminals, access and roads, contact details and finally a short history of each ferry line."--Provided by the publisher. 2012. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 656.66(42)
Churchill's admiral in two world wars : admiral of the Fleet Lord Keyes of Zeebrugge and Dover GCB KCVO CMG DSO /Jim Crossley. "Roger Keyes was the archetype of 19th to 20th century Royal Navy officers. A superb seaman, inspiring leader and fearless fighter he immediately caught the eye of senior figures in the naval establishment as well as the up and coming politician, Winston Churchill. The relationship between these two brave men survived disappointment, disagreement and eventually disillusion. Unlike some of his contemporaries Keyes was unable to make the transition from sailor to politician and was inclined to embarrass his friends and allies by his intemperate language and total lack of political acumen. Always eager to lead from the front and hurl himself at the enemy his mind set tended to be that of a junior officer trying to prove himself, not that of a senior Admiral. Trained in some of the last of Britain's sailing warships, Keyes served in submarines in the North Sea, destroyers in China and as a senior staff officer in the disastrous Gallipoli campaign. As commander of the Dover Patrol he planned and led the highly controversial Zeebrugge Raid and successfully combated U-boats passing along the English Channel. In World War II he begged to be given a combat command but, in spite of their close personal friendship, Churchill realised that he was too old to be suitable for a front line role and his undisguised contempt for many senior Naval and Airforce officers made him extremely unpopular in official circles. To his credit, Churchill did not let his personal friendship and admiration of Keyes blind him to his temperamental and intellectual limitations. Both men were big enough not to let professional conflict destroy mutual personal admiration and friendship."--Provided by the publisher. 2020. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 92KEYES
A history of ship launches and their ceremonies / George Hodgkinson. "Throughout history, man has been performing rituals at the launch of a new ship to seek supernatural or divine protection for his ship and those who will sail in her. The form of the ritual varies according to local custom and religion: from the breaking of a coconut, to the release of doves, to the role of astrologers in choosing an auspicious day for the launch. But the sentiment that lies behind all launching ceremonies is fear. At the moment of launching a new ship a seafarer is alert to any sign that his ship is not sound. He is superstitious and seeks reassurance that his ship and those who will sail in her will be protected. The rites of blood sacrifice and libations performed by the ancient Babylonians and Greeks are well evidenced. The evolution of this practice into today's tradition of breaking a bottle of wine against the bow of a ship before launch, still symbolising sacrifice, is explored as well as the now widely practised custom of inviting ladies to name and launch new ships."--Provided by the publisher. 2023. • BOOK • 2 copies available.
A maritime history of the American Revolutionary War : an Atlantic-wide conflict over independence and empire /Theodore Corbett. "While many books have been written on the naval history of the Revolution, this is one of the first to treat it in its entirety as an Atlantic-wide conflict. While its geographical scope is vast, it features overlooked aspects of the war in which sloops and barges fought, actions which proved to be as decisive as the familiar ship of the line confrontations. It is also history from the bottom up, emphasizing the role of the crew as much the not always heroic officers. From naval perspective the rebellious colonies did not gain a military victory, though Benjamin Franklin was able to secure their independence at the peace table in Europe." -- 2023. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 973.35
The Battle of Jutland / by Jonathan Sutherland and Diane Canwell. "The Battle of Jutland was the greatest naval engagement of the First World War, if not any war. The events leading up to the battle gave the indication that it would be a major British naval victory. But as it would transpire the results were a lot less clearcut. It had been the German vessels that had soured relations between Britain and Germany, but in the end the fleet had proved inadequate. Whilst the Germans claimed a victory, in Britain, Jutland was celebrated as another Trafalgar. Detailing the account of this colossal sea battle, the authors draw on official reports and despatches, as well as notable accounts by those such as Rudyard Kipling. The battle is placed in its context in the war and the opposing fleets and commanders are examined. The initial German plan and the British response provided the catalyst for the engagement and the battle cruiser and fleet action is examined in detail, drawing on eyewitness accounts. The five distinct phases of the battle began with the first encounter between the opposing battle cruisers. The second phase saw the Germans pursuing what they believed to be the British fleet. Then suddenly they came under heavy bombardment from the British main fleet under Jellicoe. After Admiral Scheer failed to escape into the Baltic, the final phase was fought with the Germans in full retreat. The book analyses the damage assessment on both sides and their true losses. A full order of battle is provided, with many illustrations of the key commanders. An extensive bibliography and reference section supports the work. " -- Provided by the publisher. 2014. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 940.456(489)
The promise of freedom for slaves escaping in British ships : the Emancipation Revolution, 1740-1807 /Theodore Corbett. Corbett, Theodore, 2024. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 306.3/620941
Battle for the Baltic Islands 1917 : triumph of the Imperial German Navy /Gary Staff. An account of the battle for the strategically important Baltic Islands, Operation Albion, the campaign fought between the German High Seas Fleet and Russian Fleet under the command of Vice Admiral Bakhirev over a ten-day period in October 1917. The book covers the campaign ashore and at sea. Appendices include Sea Forces of the Special Unit, Units of the Sea Forces of the Riga Gulf, Ship comparison, Ship damage and losses, Russian batteries on the Baltic Islands. 2008. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 355.48"1917"(474)
Royal Navy versus the slave traders : enforcing abolition at sea, 1808-1898 /Bernard Edwards. An account of the involvement of the Royal Navy's African Squadron in enforcing the abolition of the slave trade. 2007. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 326.8
Sir Martin Frobisher : seaman, soldier, explorer /Taliesin Trow. A biography of Elizabethan mariner Martin Frobisher. Knighted for his services against the Spanish Armada, Frobisher was the first Englishman to seek a Northwest passage to China, commanding three voyages into Canada and Greenland. 2010. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 92FROBISHER
Tracing your shipbuilding ancestors : a guide for family historians /by Anthony Burton. Burton, Anthony, 2010. • BOOK • 2 copies available. 929.3
British warships, 1860-1906 : a photographic history /N. J. Dingle. Dingle, Nicholas J. 2009. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 623.82(42)"1860/1906"
Tracing your ancestors through family photographs : a complete guide for family and local historians /Jayne Shrimpton. "This concise but comprehensive guide describes the various types of photograph and explains how they can be dated. It analyses what the clothes and style of dress can tell us about the people in the photographs, their circumstances and background. Sections look at photographs of special occasions - baptisms, weddings, funerals - and at photographs taken in wartime, on holiday and at work. There is advice on how to identify the individuals shown and how to find more family photographs through personal connections, archives and the internet - and how to preserve them for future generations."--Provided by the publisher. 2014. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 929.3
Inshore craft : traditional working vessels of the British Isles /consultant editor, Basil Greenhill ; editor, Julian Mannering. 2008. • FOLIO • 1 copy available. 629.123.16(42)
HMS Belfast : cruiser 1939 /by Richard Johnstone-Bryden. "HMS Belfast, originally a Royal Navy light cruiser, is now permanently moored on the Thames in London. One of ten Town-class cruisers she saw service on the icy Arctic convoys during the Second World War and was also present for the bombardment of the D-Day beaches in 1944. Later, she saw service during the Korean War. As is the case for many historic ships, however, there is a surprising shortage of informative and well illustrated guides, for reference during a visit or for research by enthusiasts - ship modellers, naval buffs, historians or students."--Provided by the publisher. 2013. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 623.82BELFAST
Heritage of the sea / by Peter C Smith. This book lists all the major vessels, from the Museum ships to the exhibitions and replicas all of them evoke pride and diversity and invite study from all age-groups. All are fully illustrated with colour photographs. The ships and their proud histories are described in detail, along with details of how they may be visited and enjoyed.Among the many vessels analysed and illustrated are HMS VICTORY, HMS WARRIOR, HMS CAVALIER, HMS BELFAST, HMS CAROLINE, HMS WELLINGTON, HMS ALIANCE, HMS TRINCOMALEE; the CHRYSANTHEMUM & PRESIDENT; the Royal Yacht BRITANNIA; the CUTTY SARK; the DISCOVERY; GYPSY MOTH II; GREAT BRITAIN; the MEDWAY QUEEN; the GANNET; the UNICORN; the CAMBRIA and many more. 2012. • FOLIO • 1 copy available. 069(42):(623.82+629.123)
The Zeebrugge raid / Philip Warner. "On 23 April 1918 a force drawn from the Royal Navy and Royal Marines launched one of the most daring raids in history. The aim was to block the Zeebrugge Canal, thereby denying U-boat access, although this meant assaulting a powerfully fortified German naval base. The raid has long been recognized for its audacity and ingenuity but, owing to the fact that the official history took overmuch notice of the German version of events, has been considered only a partial success."--Provided by the publisher. 2008. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 940.458(493.3)
HMS Fearless : the mighty lion 1965-2002 : a biography of a warship and her ship's company /by Ewen Southby-Tailyour. Southby-Tailyour, Ewen. 2006. • BOOK • 2 copies available. 623.82FEARLESS
Arctic warriors : a personal account of Convoy PQ18 /by Alfred Grossmith Mason. "This is a rare and graphic personal account that captures the atmosphere of this infamously costly convoy and others like it. If any doubts remain of the terrible conditions and dangers that merchant seamen aced in the hostile waters of the North Atlantic and Barents Sea, this superb record will surely put them to rest."--Provided by the publisher. 2013. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 940.542.1(47)
Bligh, master mariner / Rob Mundle. A biography of William Bligh (1754-1817) focusing on his naval career and particularly the 3618-mile open boat voyage to Timor undertaken following the mutiny on the Bounty. A list of ships on which Bligh served is provided. 2012. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 92BLIGH
A century of British naval aviation, 1909-2009 / David Wragg. "This book is the history of the first century of British Naval aviation, with personal accounts adding colour to the achievements both in technology, such as angled flight decks, mirror deck landing systems, helicopter assault and vertical take-off, and in operations, including the sinking of the Konigsberg and the daring attack on the Italian fleet at Taranto, convoy protection, operations with the United States Navy in the Pacific, then, post-war, Suez, and later the recovery of the Falklands from Argentine invasion."--Provided by the publisher. 2009. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 359.38(42)"1909/2009"
Treaty cruisers : the world's first international warship building competition /Leo Marriott. "The Washington Naval Treaty of 1921 and subsequent treaties in the 1930's effectively established the size and composition of the various navies in World War II .... This book traces the political processes which led to the treaties, describe the heavy cruisers designed and built to the same rules by each nation and then considers how the various classes fared in World War II and assesses which were the most successful."--Dust jacket. 2005. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 623.82
Destroyer down : an account of HM destroyer losses, 1939-1945 /A.S. Evans. Evans, A. S.-(Arthur S.), 2010. • BOOK • 1 copy available. 623.823.1(42)"1939/1945"