A History of the Royal Navy: World War II

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Focusing on the Royal Navy's crucial role during World War II, the narrative highlights its involvement from the war's outset in 1939 to Japan's surrender in 1945. It details key operations, such as the evacuation at Dunkirk and the sinking of the Bismarck, emphasizing the navy's defense of Britain's vital seaborne trade against German U-boats in the Battle of the Atlantic. The book argues that the war was fundamentally maritime in nature, showcasing the significant sacrifices made by the navy in securing Britain's survival and eventual victory.