This biography draws heavily on the personal diaries of the subject, Robert Hichens (or ‘Hitch’ as he was universally known). The book contains detailed and graphic accounts of running battles. Tragically ‘Hitch’ was killed in action in April 1943, having refused promotion and a job ashore.
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Anbieter: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Artikel-Nr. GOR002334527
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Anbieter: powellbooks Somerset UK., Ilminster, SOM, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. 2nd Edition. GunBoat Command, written by Hitch's son, is more than a thrilling read of naval warfare, it is a tribute to an exceptional man and his colleagues who risked and too often gave their lives in the fight against Nazi tyranny. The boards and binding are tight and square the text is accompanied by photographs. The dust jacket has light rippling along its top edge. Book price includes 2nd class postage UK only. Artikel-Nr. 06731
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Anbieter: powellbooks Somerset UK., Ilminster, SOM, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. 1st Edition. The boards and binding are square and tight, the text block is clean and bright and illustrated with B/W photos, the dust wrapper has a few indents to the front panel. Book price includes 2nd class post in UK only. Artikel-Nr. 09874
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Anbieter: Anytime Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hichens had an interesting and very lucky career in Coastal Forces. pp.xii.348. Maps. Illus. DW has shelf wear; now in archival sleeve. Includes annotated obit of Cmdr. Douglas Hunt from the DT, an obit of Lt. 'Polly' Perkins, and a letter from Tony Lee about his memories of service in the Coastal Forces. Artikel-Nr. 013114
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Anbieter: Mooney's bookstore, Den Helder, Niederlande
Zustand: Very good. Artikel-Nr. E-9781844156566-2-2
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Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Zustand: Neu. Neu - Lt Cdr Robert Hichens became a legendary MGB commander and the most highly decorated RNVR officer in the WW2. Hichens was a charismatic leader who shaped the course of motor gun boat operations. This book covers first hand accounts of close naval action in the North Sea and English Channel against enemy E-boats and shipping. Artikel-Nr. INF1000105318
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