Neylan, Chris

Pull Up A Bollard... HMS Ganges and Beyond...

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ISBN 13:: 9780244148409
author:: Neylan, Chris
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Lulu
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2019
Pages:: 214
Dimensions:: 21 x 14.8 x 1.1 centimeters (0.2
Genre:: Biography, General, ,
Condition:: New
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Join Chris Neylan as he recounts his remarkable journey through the Royal Navy of the 1960s and 1970s. This first-hand account offers an unvarnished look at life in HMS Ganges, one of the most infamous naval bases in history. Neylan's story takes him from raw recruit to experienced sailor, navigating the highs and lows of life in the Senior Service. He shares his experiences on various ships, including HMS Torquay and HMS Gurkha, before eventually joining HMS Excellent. Along the way, he encounters a range of characters, including a young Prince Charles. This true and entertaining account provides an unflinching look at the sometimes brutal realities of life in the Royal Navy during this period.

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