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The Torpedomen Hms Vernon's Story 1872 1986
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The Torpedomen. HMS Vernon's Story 1872-1986. NEAR FINE COPY IN UNCLIPPED DUSTWRAPPER
Published by Privately Printed, [Wilton, (1993)
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From: Island Books (Thakeham, West Sussex, United Kingdom)
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About this Item: Privately Printed, [Wilton, 1993. 8vo., First Edition, with photographs in the text; cloth, a near fine copy in unclipped dustwrapper. 500 COPIES WERE PRINTED. The first dedicated history of the Royal Navy's torpedo, mine and diving school, compiled by a well-known torpedo and anti-submarine specialist at the request of the late Stephen Roskill. After ten years' research, and assisted by a committee of dedicated torpedomen, he produced a detailed and absorbing account of their alma mater. Includes roll of names on the 'Wheel' (torpedo long courses), list of captains and extensive bibliography. SCARCE. Seller Inventory # 23893
