HMAS Melbourne

HMAS Melbourne

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Timothy Hall
Binding: Hardback
Published: George Allen & Unwin, 1982

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded spine and light wear to DJ. Some chipping to spine of same. Minor discolouration to small areas of front and back of board. Light denting to spine of board. Pages in good condition.

This compelling historical account chronicles the tumultuous career of HMAS Melbourne, a formidable aircraft carrier in the Royal Australian Navy. It uncovers the ship's significant role in post-war naval operations and details the tragic incidents that marked its service, including two major collisions. The narrative presents a gripping examination of maritime command, human error, and the profound impact of naval accidents on both personnel and national identity. Hall's meticulous research illustrates the complex challenges faced by modern navies and the enduring legacy of a vessel that became synonymous with both power and misfortune.

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Description

Author: Timothy Hall
Binding: Hardback
Published: George Allen & Unwin, 1982

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded spine and light wear to DJ. Some chipping to spine of same. Minor discolouration to small areas of front and back of board. Light denting to spine of board. Pages in good condition.

This compelling historical account chronicles the tumultuous career of HMAS Melbourne, a formidable aircraft carrier in the Royal Australian Navy. It uncovers the ship's significant role in post-war naval operations and details the tragic incidents that marked its service, including two major collisions. The narrative presents a gripping examination of maritime command, human error, and the profound impact of naval accidents on both personnel and national identity. Hall's meticulous research illustrates the complex challenges faced by modern navies and the enduring legacy of a vessel that became synonymous with both power and misfortune.