Ordeal by Exocet
£5.97
Underway is the only way! - As a retired sailor from the US Navy who has served on destroyers during the time of this story I wondered what modern warfare at sea was really like, this book tells that story. I alway wanted to know how modern electronic and weapon systems would really fare during a prolong battle at sea. What is was like at sea with the onset of winter and the toll it takes on men and ships.This book takes you on that journey at sea and what it was like day to day on a destroyer fighting not only the elements but the enemy during the Falklands War. Inskip does a very good job with this book and telling the story of the only ship to survive an Exocet missile attack. A must have for any Naval bookshelf.
Outstanding account of warfare and survival - One of the best books I ve read about any kind of warfare. Gripping and thought provoking. If it doesnt move you to tears, read it again. Should go down as a masterpiece of modern warfare.
An excellent description of life in a modern fighting ship - This is an excellent description of Glamorgan s involvement in the Falklands conflict and how she survived a hit from an Exocet missile. Ss well as describing the activities on and around the ship during the conflict it also describes the efects on the families left at home, as well as the problems caused by post traumatic stress on the surviving members of her ships company. It is based on personal accounts written at the time of the war, and portrays quite vividly the events of 1982. Lots of excellent photos as well. Well worth getting hold of!