DESTROYERS, GREYHOUNDS OF THE FLEET
by PETER. SAXTON
"Memoirs of a Naval Gunner in the Second World War"
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DESTROYERS, GREYHOUNDS OF THE FLEET by PETER. SAXTON
Details
War:
World War II
Perspective:
Destroyers
Military Unit:
British Army
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
Yes
Region:
Europe
Published Date:
2024
ISBN13:
9781036112295
Summary
This memoir recounts Peter J. Saxton's firsthand experiences serving as a naval gunner aboard destroyers during World War II. Saxton provides a personal account of life at sea, naval combat operations, and the critical role destroyers played in the war effort. Known as the "greyhounds of the fleet" for their speed and agility, destroyers were vital for convoy protection, anti-submarine warfare, and fleet support. The book offers readers an authentic glimpse into the dangers, camaraderie, and daily realities faced by ordinary sailors serving on these fast, maneuverable warships during the conflict.