Goodwin, Commander Richard J. G.
A View from the Minesweeper's Bridge
- ISBN 13:
- 9781647500443
- author:
- Goodwin, Commander Richard J. G.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Austin Macauley
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 228
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 12.7 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A View from the Minesweeper's Bridge: A Royal Navy Officer's World War II Memoir by Richard J. G. Goodwin is a posthumous remembrance of a remarkable life. Originally intended as a family keepsake, the manuscript was shared with the public after its author's death, revealing an extraordinary account of service and achievement during pivotal events of the twentieth century. As a Royal Naval Officer, Commander Goodwin played a significant role in numerous missions, including the testing of cutting-edge minesweeping technology and the invasions of Sicily and Normandy. His experiences also took him to North Africa, where he participated in the longest recorded minesweeping mission across the Mediterranean. This gripping account showcases his bravery and dedication to duty. Goodwin's story is a testament to the power of ordinary people doing extraordinary things in extraordinary times. His legacy serves as a reminder that even in the face of adversity, individual actions can have a lasting impact on history.
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