Douglas Austin

Churchill and Malta's War 1939-1943

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ISBN 13:
9781445653280
author:
Douglas Austin
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Amberley Publishing
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
12.1 x 19.7 x 19.7 cm
Genre:
History, World History, World War II 1939-1945, Douglas Austin,Churchill and Malta's War 1939-1943,Amberley Publishing,1445653281,Military History,History,Malta,History - Military / War,Military,c 1939 to c 1945 (including WW2),History / Military His
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Churchill and Malta's War, 1939-1943 by Douglas Austin is a deeply researched account of the island's heroic struggle during World War II. The book draws on Churchill's official Malta Papers, revealing the top-level discussions and decisions that maintained the island's base and allowed it to play a crucial role in the Allied victory in the Mediterranean. The intense air attacks on Malta, which began in June 1940, were a constant concern for Churchill and his military advisers. Despite the hazards and severe losses, the island persevered, and its contribution to the war effort was eventually recognised with the award of the George Cross in April 1942. This book sheds new light on the dramatic events of that time, using extracts from letters, diaries, and memoirs to provide a unique perspective on the story. Through the Malta Papers and these additional sources, Austin brings to life the story of Malta's war, revealing the complexities and challenges of maintaining a vital base in the face of intense enemy pressure.

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