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The Rescue Ships and The Convoy'sThe Rescue Ships and the Convoys tells the history of one of the least known aspects of Second World War maritime history. Despite the threat of heavy losses of ships and lives, no hospital ships, which had to be lit, could accompany the convoys as they would betray a convoys position. The solution was to create a fleet of 30 small Merchant Navy vessels of about 1,500 gross tons, mostly from coastal trade. These Rescue Ships, commanded and manned by

He saw action mine-laying off Cherbourg

The battle for control of the seas was crucial to determining the outcome of the Second World War

In between taking part in the famous "e

Western aid through the Arctic was a critical multiplier of Soviet military power throughout the war and perhaps even enabled Russia’s very survival in 1942

A volunteer crew reboarded and Speedwell took the wounded ship in tow

this book is a valuable addition to the history of the campaign which will appeal to historians and laymen alike

for minimal losses

Author: Bernard Pearson

after more than 30 years of research

and brings a fresh perspective to key events

mostly from coastal trade

It was 21 July when the ship finally left for Archangel

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