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Relive the epic of a battleship and its crew as they shape history at sea and on land. This memoir centers on H.M.S. Terrible and its naval brigade, tracing key actions in the Boer War and the North China campaign with clear, firsthand detail.
The narrative blends a sailor’s daily life with strategic moments, offering a grounded look at naval operations, engineering challenges, and the human effects of combat. While focused on the Terrible’s experiences, it situates those events within the broader Anglo-Boer and China wars, presenting a firsthand account accessible to general readers.
- Discover life aboard a modern warship and the roles of officers, gunners, engineers, and sailors.
- Follow the planning, rough terrain, and artillery that influenced crucial relief operations.
- Learn how naval personnel contributed to land campaigns and how campaigns shaped naval practice.
- See real-world examples of leadership, discipline, and teamwork under pressure.
Ideal for readers of naval history and military memoirs who want a vivid, on-the-ground portrait of turn-of-the-century warfare.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a chronicle of the history of HMS Terrible, a Royal Navy cruiser commissioned in the late 19th century. The author provides a detailed account of the shipâs construction, experimental trials, and service in both the Anglo-Boer War and the North China campaign. This includes an overview of the political context, and the challenges and successes of British naval operations. The author also explores the personal experiences of the crew, providing insights into the daily life and culture of the Royal Navy at the turn of the 20th century. This book is a valuable contribution to our understanding of British naval history, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of a sailor during this transformative period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332431632_0
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