Abandon Ship

Author : Paul Brown
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472846426

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Abandon Ship by Paul Brown Pdf

AWARDED THE ANDERSON MEDAL 2021 When Argentinian forces invaded the Falklands in April 1982, the British government responded by despatching a task force to the Atlantic to wrest back control of the islands. The resulting war saw modern weapon systems tested in combat for the first time, to tragic effect. In the aftermath, official documents were released, but many were heavily censored, and others withheld altogether, so that a full understanding of those events could not be gained. Drawing from recently declassified and previously unpublished reports from the official inquiry, Dr Paul Brown details the true story behind the dramatic events that led to the loss of six British ships – HMS Antelope, Ardent, Coventry and Sheffield, RFA Sir Galahad and SS Atlantic Conveyor – as well as the controversial sinking of the Argentinian cruiser ARA General Belgrano by HMS Conqueror.

Author : Ty Gibson
Publisher : Osin Taras Sergeevich
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780816313648

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Abandon Ship? by Ty Gibson Pdf

Author : Richard F. Newcomb
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 357 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2002-11-12
Category : History
ISBN : 9780060959210

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Abandon Ship! by Richard F. Newcomb Pdf

Originally published in 1958, "Abandon Ship!" was the first book to describe how the survivors of the "U.S.S. Indianapolis" sinking watched their shipmates fall prey to shark attacks, dehydration and death, and the first to question why the captain, Charles McVay, was court martialed.

Author : Phil Richards,John J Author Banigan
Publisher : Hassell Street Press
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1015101011

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How To Abandon Ship by Phil Richards,John J Author Banigan Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Paul Brown
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472846402

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Abandon Ship by Paul Brown Pdf

AWARDED THE ANDERSON MEDAL 2021 When Argentinian forces invaded the Falklands in April 1982, the British government responded by despatching a task force to the Atlantic to wrest back control of the islands. The resulting war saw modern weapon systems tested in combat for the first time, to tragic effect. In the aftermath, official documents were released, but many were heavily censored, and others withheld altogether, so that a full understanding of those events could not be gained. Drawing from recently declassified and previously unpublished reports from the official inquiry, Dr Paul Brown details the true story behind the dramatic events that led to the loss of six British ships – HMS Antelope, Ardent, Coventry and Sheffield, RFA Sir Galahad and SS Atlantic Conveyor – as well as the controversial sinking of the Argentinian cruiser ARA General Belgrano by HMS Conqueror.

Author : Bill Jim Davis,Jim Davis Bill Jim Davis
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2009-12
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781440128950

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Abandon Ship! by Bill Jim Davis,Jim Davis Bill Jim Davis Pdf

Abandon Ship is a fascinating account of enlisted life onboard U.S. naval warships in the Pacific Theater during WW2. Bill Jim Davis, the author, provides a riveting account of what it was like for him as a young seaman during those hazardous times. Amazingly, his individual experiences took him from the attack on Pearl Harbor to Okinawa, to the Japanese mainland, and from a new recruit to a commissioned officer by war's end. The reader gets a vivid, blow by blow account of the war in the Pacific. Anyone who wishes to see the war in the Pacific from the well trained eyes of a young sailor will find great value in this book. We, as a nation, are forever indebted to the young Davis and countless others like him who answered the call to duty and performed with valor. Such accounts are an invaluable reminder to future generations of the sacrifice, courage, and vigilance required to maintain the liberty and freedom we all enjoy in our great nation. Those young men and women who aspire to service in the United States Navy would be well served by reading this book.

Author : Tony McCrum
Publisher : Casemate Publishers
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-19
Category : History
ISBN : 9781783031788

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Abandon Ship! by Tony McCrum Pdf

Captain Tony McCrums naval career started in 1932. He survived the sinking of HMS Skipjack at Dunkirk and went on to serve on minesweepers and at sea during the landings at Salerno. His wartime experiences were recently published as Sunk by Stukas.This book covers the second part of his naval career between 1945 and 1963. Having arrived back in Plymouth from Trincomlee as a lieutenant aboard the destroyer Tarter in November 1945, his first appointment was as senior instructor at the RN Signals School in Devonport. There then followed two appointments as Flag Lieutenant; first to Admiral Pridham-Wippell, CinC Plymouth Command and then Admiral Sir Rhoderick McGrigor, CinC Home Fleet, where he was also Deputy Fleet Communications Officer. He was based on the admirals flagship, the battleship HMS Duke of York which he joined in 1947. The fleet exercised in the Atlantic and Mediterranean and showed the flag in various ports in the USA, Caribbean Islands and the Baltic. In May 1948 he was promoted Lt. Commander. In 1950 he instructed at the main Naval Signals School at Leyedene House near Petersfield.Promoted Commander, now 32 years of age, he was surprised to be appointed to accompany King George VI on a state visit to Australia and New Zealand. This was to be aboard the liner SS Gothic as there was no Royal Yacht at that time. However after months of preparation the voyage was canceled because of the Kings terminal illness and the coronation of Britains new Queen.In November 1954 he took his first command, HMS Concord, a destroyer in the 8th Destroyer Squadron based in Hong Kong. During his eighteen month captaincy of this ship he saw action off the coast of Malaya and a lengthy visit to Australia to assist in the aftermath of a hurricane. After a spell ashore as Training Commander at HMS Ganges and after promotion to Captain in 1958, he was sent to Norway on the staff of the CinC Northern European Command. In November 1960 he was again given a seagoing command. He was to skipper HMS Meon and responsibility for the Amphibious Warfare Squadron in the Persian Gulf. The squadron composed of Meon, two tank-landing ships, four tank-landing craft and a Rhino (a pontoon-like vessel for the shallow-water landing of tanks). He was ordered to cover an area extending from the East African coast, the Red Sea and to the Persian Gulf. Having worked-up this mixed bunch of vessels and their crews, plus army personnel he was confronted with the defense of Kuwait when it was threatened by the Iraqi dictator General Kassem in 1961. He was charged with landing the twelve tanks in his squadron to defend Kuwaits main port of Shuwaikh. This was successfully carried out under difficult circumstances and the Iraqi invasion was defeated. After 42 years in the RN, Tony retired to be with his wife and young family.

Author : Michael J. Tougias,Alison O'Leary
Publisher : Christy Ottaviano Books
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-02-21
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780316401579

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Abandon Ship! by Michael J. Tougias,Alison O'Leary Pdf

A remarkable World War II account of a maritime attack off the West African coast, for fans of Steven Sheinkin and Deborah Heiligman. At the height of World War II, the RMS Laconia was torpedoed by a German submarine five hundred miles off the coast of western Africa. The attack triggered a series of unprecedented events involving allies and enemies from both sides, and left survivors adrift at sea in shark infested oceans, fighting to stay alive with little food or water. Suspenseful and informative, and featuring historic photographs, this incredible true account is a testament to the idea that compassion can rule over conflict—even during the cruelties of war. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection "This epic story races along, unspooling like a movie before our eyes—artfully, dramatically, revealing a little known part of WWII history. An intriguing book."―Doug Stanton, #1 New York Times bestselling author of In Harm’s Way "The authors do an excellent job of conveying the chaos and loss of this grisly historical incident without pushing young readers too deeply into the horror. Many of those who lived through the Laconia catastrophe endured weeks at sea, parched and sunburned and starving in conditions that literally drove men mad. Archival photos add immediacy to this sensational true-life story." ―Wall Street Journal "An amazing account of a World War II event that is almost entirely unknown…. This story chronicles the courage, compassion, and perseverance of the few survivors of the incident, showcasing war at its worst and humanity at its best…. School librarians will want to add this to their collection." ―Booklist

Author : Royston Donny Mario Fernandes
Publisher : Pencil
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-21
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9789354388248

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Never Abandon Ship by Royston Donny Mario Fernandes Pdf

About the book: This book is dedicated to my beloved wife Bernice Fernandes, as she is the inspiration behind this story of our lives. Although my wife is not in this world with us, she will always be in our memories and is the reason behind this wonderful book. I hope our story helps you understand the wonder of holding on to each situation even when you have the opportunity to give up. Well, I’m certain that every single one of you has sailed that situation. Just turn around and walk away from people and situations as things don’t seem to be going the way you wanted them to! Well, my advice to you is, “Never Abandon Ship. Faith will help you stay strong when the worst is near. Hope will ease your pain as you know the best is yet to come and Love, yes love can make all challenges disappear. About the author: Royston Donny Mario Fernandes, yes that's my name. A first time writer with a ever evolving passion for writing and instrospecting a deeper meaning in life. This book, is dedicated to my beloved wife Bernice Fernandes, our kids Rianna Fernandes and Lenora Fernandes who have inspired me to write this story of our lives. Our primary goal is to ensure that the message is spread far and wide. And the message is, “Never give up.” We want to make a difference in this world by spreading this beautiful message. And once this message is spread, read and understood, we will have achieved the next important thing which is, to be a best seller. Let every challenging situation in your life be a wonderful adventure. And just as we have been inspired, we pray that you too will be inspired in believing in Faith, Hope and Love. Hope you enjoy reading our book and there are definitely more books in progress. We would also appreciate if you send us your reviews to [email protected]. And please spread the word of Faith, Hope and Love to your friends, families and acquaintances. God Bless you, Royston Donny Mario Fernandes @ RDMF 8976-246-014

Author : Phil Richards,John J. Banigan
Publisher : Skyhorse
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-09-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781944824075

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How to Abandon Ship by Phil Richards,John J. Banigan Pdf

Based on interviews with the crew and captain of a torpedoed tanker who survived nineteen days in a lifeboat in heavy seas and scorching tropical sun—this information is incredibly useful even today. How to Abandon Ship was written during World War II to save the lives of seamen by instilling a commonsense, organized, no-panic clarity to getting off torpedoed ships safely and, perhaps more importantly, surviving later. It is a gem that can once again be used to save lives. Former schooner captain and author Twain Braden updates this solid and useful advice with a foreword addressing today’s technology. Braden used How to Abandon Ship to teach crewmembers fifty years after it was written while sailing the rugged and dangerous Maine coast. The writing in How to Abandon Ship is so clear it has been used in college English composition classes. You will find vivid and pertinent information on everything from medical emergencies, thirst, and hunger to weather and morale.It pulls no punches, and its advice is strident but useful. In the words of the authors: “This manual is concerned solely with human lives. Its purpose is to aid you to get off a sinking ship and to eventual safety in the best condition possible.” Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Author : Benji Smith
Publisher : Benji Smith
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-13
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Abandoned Ship by Benji Smith Pdf

On January 13, 2012, the Costa Concordia — a thousand foot long luxury cruise ship, twice the size of the Titanic — ventured into shallow water and smashed into the rocks of a tiny island off the coast of Italy, throwing the four thousand passengers and crew members into a state of chaos. The captain and officers all abandoned ship, leaving the few remaining castaways to fend for themselves as the boat toppled onto its side and water flooded into the passenger decks. In the wee hours of the night, newlyweds Benji Smith and Emily Lau feared for their lives, desparate and terrified after a malfunctioning lifeboat left them stranded on the sinking ship. By this point, the other lifeboats had all gone. They had been left behind. This thoughtful memoir — hailed by The Daily Telegraph as "a compelling, minute-by-minute account of the chaotic evacuation" — tells the remarkable story of the couple's harrowing escape, as they clung to a rope and rappelled down the hull of the doomed vessel. But the astonishing story continues, as they find themselves stranded in Rome and ignored by the United States Embassy. With only the clothes on their backs, they relied upon the kindness of strangers to help them find food and shelter, clothing and medical attention. And finally a ticket home. But even then, in the safety of their own home, they would find their sleep haunted by nightmares and their days crippled by anxiety and insecurity. And even as they struggled to overcome PTSD, they would simultaneously find themselves in a battle with the news media to even have their story told. Praised by Newsweek/The Daily Beast for its "honest reflection and frightening detail", this gripping, triumphant story is ultimately a spiritual tale, the story of a pair of survivors who find hope and meaning in the aftermath of a tragedy.

Author : Mike Rossiter
Publisher : Random House
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2009-11-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9781407034119

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Sink the Belgrano by Mike Rossiter Pdf

On the evening of 30 March, 1982, Commander David Hall, chief engineer of the British nuclear submarine HMS Conqueror received a telephone call giving him the order to 'store for war'. At first he didn't believe it. In the early hours of 2 April, Argentine forces invaded the Falkland Isles. The sinking of the Belgrano was one of the most dramatic moments of the Falklands conflict. For many it signalled Britain's entry into the war and it has been seen as a politically motivated decision deliberately designed to take the country irrevocably into the fight. Now Mike Rossiter - with unprecedented access to sailors from the Belgrano and HMS Conqueror - gives us a dramatic and definitive retelling of the events that led up to the sinking. With all the pace and tension of a thriller, Sink the Belgrano takes us inside the battle for the South Atlantic and shows us the human drama behind the famous, and controversial, Sun headline 'Gotcha!' We track the collision course between the British submarine Conqueror and the Argentine warship - as the two sides and everyone aboard head towards the climactic moment just outside the exclusion zone set up by the British around the Falkland Isles. We witness the behind-the-scenes arguments , discussions and powerbroking that led to the decision to fire the three torpedoes. And, for the first time, we hear from the sailors on both sides - the personal testimony of the hunt for and attack on the Belgrano, and from the Argentine side the experience of being under attack and the sinking that left 340 members of her crew dead.

Author : Matt Lewis
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2015-05-12
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780698187559

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Last Man Off by Matt Lewis Pdf

“A sinister version of The Perfect Storm. Thrilling.”—Sunday Times (UK) For readers of The Perfect Storm, Between a Rock and a Hard Place, and Into the Wild There’s nothing that armchair adventure lovers relish more than a gripping true story of disaster and heroism, and Last Man Off delivers all that against a breathtaking backdrop of icebergs and killer whales. On June 6, 1998, twenty-three-year-old Matt Lewis had just started his dream job as a scientific observer aboard a deep-sea fishing boat in the waters off Antarctica. As the crew haul in the line for the day, a storm begins to brew. When the captain vanishes and they are forced to abandon ship, Lewis leads the escape onto three life rafts, where the battle for survival begins.

Author : Dave Schubert,Terry Rogers
Publisher : Virtualbookworm Publishing
Page : 331 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Artists' books
ISBN : 9781599753683

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Abandon Ship by Dave Schubert,Terry Rogers Pdf

JT is the fictional memoir of an emotionally troubled, yet wickedly likable, amateur vigilante. With a complex and quirky mixture of psychological suspense, romance, heartache, and wry humor, JT brazenly illustrates some of the horrid consequences of childhood abuse and trauma in adult survivors. It also invites us to reconsider an important and deceptively complicated question: What is justice? WARNING: This book contains explicit adult themes, including vulgar language, borderline-pornographic sexuality, graphic depictions of violence, irresponsible drug use, and a grandmother who gives her middle finger to the world. Caveat emptor.

Author : Jim Sharp
Publisher : Down East Books
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2011-04-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781608930166

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With Reckless Abandon by Jim Sharp Pdf

Here is the inspiring story of a man who overcame childhood polio to live an adventure-filled life as captain of Maine's most famous windjammer, the schooner Adventure, now a National Historic Landmark in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Captain Jim shares his adventures afloat, his battles with bureaucracy, and even how he created one of Maine's most unusual restaurants.