Koszela, Witold
Battleship HMS Royal Oak
- ISBN 13:
- 9788365437686
- author:
- Koszela, Witold
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Kagero
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 20
- Dimensions:
- 210mm X 297mm
- Genre:
- 29.46 x 19.56 x 0.51 centimetres, Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Models,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The HMS Royal Oak: A Ship Sunk by Fate In one of the most infamous naval operations of World War II, the British battleship HMS Royal Oak met its demise. German submarine U-47, commanded by G. Prien, successfully infiltrated the Scapa Flow base and sank the ship along with most of its crew. The HMS Royal Oak was a "Revenge" class battleship, built during World War I, known for its powerful main guns and impressive sailing abilities. Although it played a relatively minor role in the Battle of Jutland, the ship went on to serve in various fleets, including the Atlantic and Home Fleets, before being deployed to the Mediterranean Sea during the Spanish Civil War. This book tells the story of the HMS Royal Oak's tragic fate, providing insight into its history and significance.
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