Some Naval Yarns by Mordaunt Hall
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About this eBook
| Author | Hall, Mordaunt, 1878-1973 |
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| Contributor | Beatty, Ethel, 1872-1932 |
| LoC No. | 17030065 |
| Title | Some Naval Yarns |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Some Naval Yarns" by Mordaunt Hall is a collection of accounts featuring the Royal Navy, written in the early 20th century during World War I. The book focuses on the experiences of officers and men in various branches of the Navy, highlighting their bravery, adventures, and the technical challenges they face at sea. Through anecdotal stories, it aims to inform readers about the crucial roles played by the Royal Navy in maritime warfare while fostering an appreciation for those who serve. The opening of the book begins with a preface that praises the gallantry of British sailors and sets the stage for the subsequent tales. In the initial chapter, readers are introduced to the experiences of an airman from the Royal Naval Air Service, detailing his flight missions over the North Sea. The narrative describes the meticulous preparations for a seaplane flight, encounters with enemy submarines, and the impressive skills of the pilots as they navigate fog and danger. Throughout this portion, the themes of courage, teamwork, and the unpredictability of aerial warfare come to life, drawing the reader into the gripping world of naval aviation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations |
| Subject | Great Britain. Royal Navy |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26474 |
| Release Date | Aug 29, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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