Schofield, B B
The Rescue Ships and the Convoys: Saving Lives During the Second World War
- ISBN 13:
- 9781036102661
- author:
- Schofield, B B
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen and Sword Maritime
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 15.8 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War II,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Rescue Ships and the Convoys Saving Lives During the Second World War In the midst of the Second World War, a unique solution was devised to save lives in the North Atlantic and Arctic convoys. A fleet of 30 small Merchant Navy vessels, mostly from coastal trade, was created to accompany convoys and provide medical aid to those in need. These 'Rescue Ships' carried medical teams, life-saving equipment, and even operating theatres, braving enemy action and atrocious weather conditions. Despite the risks, the Rescue Ships successfully accompanied close to 800 convoys, saving 4,194 lives from ships sunk in the North Atlantic and Arctic convoys. This remarkable story is one of great humanitarian endeavour, superb acts of courage, and a display of seamanship of the highest order. The Rescue Ships and the Convoys is a gripping account of the bravery and devotion of the men who manned these little ships on voyages they were never designed to undertake.
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