Chariots of War

Book Code:  AW0605

Chariots of War

 

"The naval documents stamped 'TOP SECRET' in bright red, were addressed to my late father. As I gradually pieced together the information, I realised he'd been involved in covert naval operations during World War II. This was a subject he'd never discussed. The newspaper cuttings were at least dated, and reported the Navy using 'chariots." I had to find out more.' ROBERT HOBSON AUTHOR & CHAIRMAN OF The Underwater Heritage Trust.  The fascinating story of the two man Torpedo or Chariot of WWII. Originally developed by Italy, the weapon was taken up enthusiastically by the Royal Navy. They were used by the Italians to attack shipping in Gibraltar & Alexandria, & the British in the Mediterranean & to recconoitre & support the D-Day landings. The author's father was a Chariot pioneer & this unusal book is packed with rare photographs & facsimiles of original documents.

 

Robert W. Hobson

Hardcover 162pp