Isbn: 9781908123053 - a Short History of the Royal Marines: No. 39 (royal Marines Historical Society Special Publication) (3 results)

Soft cover. Condition: New. 4th Edition. This new copy is bound in illustrated card covers as issued. The contents are bright, tight, white and square. International postal rates are calculated on a book weighing 1 Kilo, in cases where the book weighs more than 1 Kilo increased postal rates will be quoted, where the book weighs less then postage will be reduced accordingly. A Short History of the Royal Marines is a compact, authoritative overview of the Corps' evolution, produced by the Royal Marines Historical Society and written/edited by Colonel B. L. Carter. It serves as both an accessible introduction and a reference-rich handbook, especially in its Fourth Revised Edition, which incorporates the Corps' most recent operational history. The book traces the Royal Marines' development from their origins as soldiers serving aboard Royal Navy ships to their modern identity as a specialist commando force. One of the book's strengths is its extensive supporting material, previously unpublished photographs making it useful for researchers, collectors, and military enthusiasts: Ref A5 2.…

Soft Cover. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. A Fine unmarked copy. Special Publication No. 39. Fourth Revised edition. This fourth revised edition has been updated to include the most recent conflicts in Afghanistan and Libya and maritime counter piracy operations in the Indian Ocean. This history traces rthe development from soldiers who served at sea to the modern day commando force, providing the manpower for amphibious operations. It also has a wide range of appendices covering colours, traditions, memorable dates, music and a comprehensive chronology, including over 16 pages of colour illustrations. 51 Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.