The Royal Navy and the Mediterranean Convoys: A Naval Staff History (Naval Staff Histories)
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The Royal Navy and the Mediterranean Convoys: A Naval Staff History (Naval Staff Histories)

The Royal Navy and the Mediterranean Convoys: A Naval Staff History (Naval Staff Histories)

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Malcolm Llewellyn-Jones (Contributor)  

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This book contains the Naval Staff History originally issued by the Admiralty in 1957 as a confidential book for use within the Royal Navy. It has since been declassified and is published here for the first time, along with an extended preface. This volume describes the dangerous convoy operations in the Mediterranean which were necessary to relieve the garrison and people of Malta, covering the period from the beginning of 1941 until the end of 1942. These convoys had to be fought through against determined attack by German and Italian surface, submarine and, particularly, air forces. Although casualties were proportionately higher than in Atlantic convoys, Malta was successfully re-supplied and remained a considerable impediment to enemy's attempts to supply their armies in North Africa. These operations reveal the dedication, courage and professionalism of the sailors (of both naval and merchant services) as well as the airmen who supported them. A new preface sets the scene for the Staff History. The Royal Navy and the Mediterranean Convoys will be of great interest for students interested in the Mediterranean Convoys, Second World War and naval and military history. 10 Line drawings, color; 5 Line drawings, black and white; 8 Illustrations, black and white
Malcolm Llewellyn-Jones served for 26 years in the Fleet Air Arm, subsequently completing his PhD at King's College, London. He is a historian in the Naval Historical Branch, MoD. He regularly lectures and has published on many aspects of anti-submarine and joint warfare.
  • Contributor: Malcolm Llewellyn-Jones
  • Imprint: Routledge
  • ISBN13: 9780415390958
  • Number of Pages: 216
  • Packaged Dimensions: 189x246mm
  • Packaged Weight: 840
  • Format: Hardback
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
  • Release Date: 2006-09-28
  • Series: Naval Staff Histories
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Biography: Malcolm Llewellyn-Jones served for 26 years in the Fleet Air Arm, subsequently completing his PhD at King's College, London. He is a historian in the Naval Historical Branch, MoD. He regularly lectures and has published on many aspects of anti-submarine and joint warfare.

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