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Marine K SBS: Gold Rush (SBS)
by Jay GarnetBarents Sea, 1942. After a German attack, HMS Edinburgh sinks into the icy depths with over five tons of Russian gold aboard, leaving boy seaman Mike Cox as one of the survivors.Forty years later, after a successful career in the Special Boat Squadron and then as a top commercial diver, Cox is obsessed with the dream of raising the treasure from its watery grave. His own plans thwarted, he is blackmailed by a greedy American arms dealer into infiltrating an intergovernmental operation to salvage the gold.Caught in a deadly trap, his only hope may be the men of his old unit: the legendary SBS.This is classic military fiction at its best.
Marine K SBS: Gold Rush (SBS)
by Jay GarnetBarents Sea, 1942. After a German attack, HMS Edinburgh sinks into the icy depths with over five tons of Russian gold aboard, leaving boy seaman Mike Cox as one of the survivors.Forty years later, after a successful career in the Special Boat Squadron and then as a top commercial diver, Cox is obsessed with the dream of raising the treasure from its watery grave. His own plans thwarted, he is blackmailed by a greedy American arms dealer into infiltrating an intergovernmental operation to salvage the gold.Caught in a deadly trap, his only hope may be the men of his old unit: the legendary SBS.This is classic military fiction at its best.
Marine K SBS: Gold Rush (The Marine Files)
by Jay GarnetFor over eighty years the SBS have sailed into the face of danger. Responsible for quick strikes, reconnaissance, and counter-terrorism, they are the world's foremost marine special forces unit. The SBS risk their lives at sea and on land, undertaking the most dangerous missions. 1981, the Arctic Ocean. Plans are underway to locate the wreck of HMS Edinburgh and the four tons of gold bullion it was carrying when it sank during World War II, The wreck has lain half a mile beneath the waves for forty years. But Mike Stewart's dangerous recovery mission also has political implications in the era of the Cold War...
Marine L SBS: Raiders from the Sea (SBS)
by Ian BlakeIn the aftermath of the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940, Roger 'Jumbo' Pountney is ordered to form and train a small group of canoeists. Taking as his paddler and second-in-command Lieutenant Philip Ayton of the Royal Marines, they command a body of men, known as No.1 Special Boat Section, who are as ruthless and independent as any that fought in World War II.They employ Folbot kayaks to get ashore from submarines to attack vital enemy targets in the Mediterranean and in these hazardous clandestine operations, skill and stealth count just as much as bravery. It is in the midst of these battles that the reputation of the legendary SBS would be forged.Based on early SBS missions undertaken during World War II, this is classic military fiction at its best.
Marine L SBS: Raiders from the Sea (SBS)
by Ian BlakeIn the aftermath of the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940, Roger 'Jumbo' Pountney is ordered to form and train a small group of canoeists. Taking as his paddler and second-in-command Lieutenant Philip Ayton of the Royal Marines, they command a body of men, known as No.1 Special Boat Section, who are as ruthless and independent as any that fought in World War II.They employ Folbot kayaks to get ashore from submarines to attack vital enemy targets in the Mediterranean and in these hazardous clandestine operations, skill and stealth count just as much as bravery. It is in the midst of these battles that the reputation of the legendary SBS would be forged.Based on early SBS missions undertaken during World War II, this is classic military fiction at its best.
Marine L SBS: Raiders from the Sea (The Marine Files)
by Ian BlakeFor over eighty years the SBS have sailed into the face of danger. Responsible for quick strikes, reconnaissance, and counter-terrorism, they are the world's foremost marine special forces unit. The SBS risk their lives at sea and on land, undertaking the most dangerous missions. 1940, Britain. Following the evacuation of Dunkirk, an elite naval team is selected for training. Ready for dangerous, harrowing missions, the operatives are the first intake of the Special Boat Section – the origins of the legendary SBS. Their mission: to defeat the enemy, on land or at sea, by whatever means at their disposal. A thrilling read that take you right to the foundation of the SBS in the midst of World War Two.
The Marine Makes Amends: The Greek's Secret Heir (secrets Of A Billionaire) / The Marine Makes Amends (The\camdens Of Montana Ser. #1)
by Victoria PadeHe ruined her life once… Can he convince her he’s changed?
Marine Protector: The Line Of Duty (blackhawk Security) / Marine Protector (fortress Defense) (Fortress Defense #3)
by Julie Anne LindseyCan he protect her from a serial killer?
Marine Recon 1940–90 (Elite #55)
by Paul Hannon Charles MelsonIn 1976 Maj. James Capers Jr. welcomed new men and their families into a force reconnaissance company. 'Only the most capable Marines are selected for this duty due to rigid mental and physical demands. A very thorough screening of each applicant is conducted … to test alertness and endurance. The result is a small elite unit with highly qualified Marines who are considered the best in the world'. Ex-Marine Charles D Melson examines the history, equipment and insignia of the Marine's amphibious and ground long-range patrol reconnaissance specialists in this volume which contains a wealth of photographs and 12 full page colour plates by Paul Hannon.
Marine A SBS: Terrorism on the North Sea (SBS)
by Shaun ClarkeNorth Sea, 1982. A ruthless terrorist attack on the desperately vulnerable oil fields has left rigs destroyed or hijacked, the Prime Minister held to ransom and Great Britain facing economic collapse. The world's top security agencies were left stunned and helpless. Only one elite fighting force could meet the terrorist threat. It was up to Tony Masters and the men of the Royal Marines Special Boat Squadron, the legendary SBS, to attempt the impossible. Their objective: to defeat the terrorists, rescue the Prime Minister and regain control of the oil fields – all while battling against the deadly North Sea. This is classic military fiction at its best.
Marine A SBS: Terrorism on the North Sea (SBS)
by Shaun ClarkeNorth Sea, 1982. A ruthless terrorist attack on the desperately vulnerable oil fields has left rigs destroyed or hijacked, the Prime Minister held to ransom and Great Britain facing economic collapse. The world's top security agencies were left stunned and helpless. Only one elite fighting force could meet the terrorist threat. It was up to Tony Masters and the men of the Royal Marines Special Boat Squadron, the legendary SBS, to attempt the impossible. Their objective: to defeat the terrorists, rescue the Prime Minister and regain control of the oil fields – all while battling against the deadly North Sea. This is classic military fiction at its best.
Marine A SBS: Terrorism on the North Sea (The Marine Files)
by Shaun ClarkeFor over eighty years the SBS have sailed into the face of danger. Responsible for quick strikes, reconnaissance, and counter-terrorism, they are the world's foremost marine special forces unit. The SBS risk their lives at sea and on land, undertaking the most dangerous missions. 1982, North Sea. IRA operatives plan to sabotage the North Sea oilfield – and the Prime Minister is in danger. The SBS must risk life and limb against the terrorists and the might of the open waves, or the political impact could be devastating – and the security of the UK could be destroyed forever...
Marine Tank Battles In The Pacific
by Oscar E. GilbertNo previous book has been devoted to Marine Corps armor in World War II. Gilbert's gripping narrative combines exhaustive detail on Marine armor and combat with moving eyewitness accounts, never before published, of what it was actually like to be a Marine tanker in action in the Pacific.
The Marine's Christmas Wish (The Brands of Montana #12)
by Joanna SimsShe’s always been by his side But this year, he hopes to make her his Christmas bride!
The Marine's Family Mission (Camden Family Secrets #4)
by Victoria PadeOf all the people who had come to give condolences for her brother-in-law… not him.
The Marines of Montford Point: America's First Black Marines
by Melton A. McLaurinWith an executive order from President Franklin Roosevelt in 1941, the United States Marine Corps--the last all-white branch of the U.S. military--was forced to begin recruiting and enlisting African Americans. The first black recruits received basic training at the segregated Camp Montford Point, adjacent to Camp Lejeune, near Jacksonville, North Carolina. Between 1942 and 1949 (when the base was closed as a result of President Truman's 1948 order fully desegregating all military forces) more than 20,000 men trained at Montford Point, most of them going on to serve in the Pacific Theatre in World War II as members of support units. This book, in conjunction with the documentary film of the same name, tells the story of these Marines for the first time.Drawing from interviews with 60 veterans, The Marines of Montford Point relates the experiences of these pioneers in their own words. From their stories, we learn about their reasons for enlisting; their arrival at Montford Point and the training they received there; their lives in a segregated military and in the Jim Crow South; their experiences of combat and service in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam; and their legacy. The Marines speak with flashes of anger and humor, sometimes with sorrow, sometimes with great wisdom, and always with a pride fostered by incredible accomplishment in the face of adversity. This book serves to recognize and to honor the men who desegregated the Marine Corps and loyally served their country in three major wars.With an executive order from President Franklin Roosevelt in 1941, the United States Marine Corps--the last all-white branch of the U.S. military--was forced to begin recruiting and enlisting African Americans. The first black recruits received basic training at the segregated Camp Montford Point, adjacent to Camp Lejeune, near Jacksonville, North Carolina. This book, in conjunction with the documentary film of the same name, tells the story of these pioneering African American Marines. Drawing from interviews with 60 veterans, Melton McLaurin relates in the Marines' own words their reasons for enlisting; their arrival at Montford Point and the training they received there; their lives in a segregated military and in the Jim Crow South; their experiences of combat and service in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam; and their legacy. This book serves to recognize and to honor the men who desegregated the Marine Corps and loyally served their country in three major wars.-->
Marines on the Beach: The Politics of U.S. Military Intervention Decision Making (PSI Reports)
by Christopher PaulPaul explores both how and why U.S. military intervention decisions are made. Pursuit of that inquiry requires the identification of decision participants, thorough examination of the decision making processes they employ, and recognition of several factors that influence intervention decisions: the national interest, legitimacy, and the legacies of previous policies. This book provides chapter length treatment of each of these issues. The research is based on detailed historical case studies for the four U.S. Marines on the beach military interventions in Latin America since World War II: The Dominican Republic (1965), Grenada (1983), Panama (1989), and Haiti (1994). Additional cases (notably Afghanistan and Iraq) enter the discussion when considering findings with broader implications.Of the existing theories of governance that compete to explain government policy making, Paul finds that elite theory provides the best general model for intervention decision making, but that the notions of both pluralist and class theorists contribute to a complete explanation, and sometimes in an unexpected way. Findings also indicate considerable contribution from and constraint by institutional sources. However, far from finding that institutional factors are wholly deterministic, this research offers support for a choice-within-constraints model. Conclusions suggest that top decision-makers (especially the president) enjoy wide latitude in framing the national interest and in choosing where to and where not to intervene.
The Marine's Return: High Country Christmas The Marine's Return Her Cowboy Sheriff An Alaskan Proposal (From Kenya, with Love #6)
by Rula SinaraHe can’t be her hero… But he made a promise to keep her safe
The Marine's Road Home (Match Made in Haven #8)
by Brenda HarlenHe’s faced the enemy in battleBut love takes a different kind of courage
The Marine's Second Chance (The\camdens Of Montana Ser. #Book 4)
by Victoria PadeFirst love dies hard Or never at all…
The Marine's Temptation: The Pregnant Witness / The Marine's Temptation / Seduced By The Sniper / A Real Cowboy (The Adair Affairs #2)
by Jennifer MoreyCAN’T BUY ME LOVE… Carson Adair’s father ruined Georgia Mason’s stepmother’s life and Georgia is not about to give Carson the same opportunity with her.
Marion Lane and the Deadly Rose
by T.A. WillbergThe second instalment in the Marion Lane mysteries series. The envelope was tied with three delicate silk ribbons: "One of the new recruits is not to be trusted..."It's 1959 and a new killer haunts the streets of London, having baffled Scotland Yard. The newspapers call him The Florist because of the rose he brands on his victims. The police have turned yet again to the Inquirers at Miss Brickett's for assistance, and second year Marion Lane is assigned the case. But she's already dealing with a mystery of her own, having received an unsigned letter warning her that one of the three new recruits should not be trusted. She dismisses the letter at first, focusing on The Florist case, but her informer seems to be one step ahead, predicting what will happen before it does. But when a fellow second-year Inquirer is murdered, Marion takes matters into her own hands and must come face-to-face with her informer-who predicted the murder-to find out everything they know. Until then, no one at Miss Brickett's is safe and everyone is a suspect. With brilliant twists and endless suspense, all set within the dazzling walls and hidden passageways of Miss Brickett's, Marion Lane and the Deadly Rose is a deliciously fun new historical mystery you won't be able to put down. 'The most fun I've had with a book this year. Every page is a delight' Stuart Turton, author of The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle
The Maritime Archaeology of a Modern Conflict: Comparing the Archaeology of German Submarine Wrecks to the Historical Text (Routledge Studies in Archaeology)
by Innes McCartneyOver the last 30 years, hydrographical marine surveys in the English Channel helped uncover the potential wreck sites of German submarines, or U-boats, sunk during the conflicts of World War I and World War II. Through a series of systemic dives, nautical archaeologist and historian Innes McCartney surveyed and recorded these wrecks, discovering that the distribution and number of wrecks conflicted with the published histories of U-boat losses. Of all the U-boat war losses in the Channel, McCartney found that some 41% were heretofore unaccounted for in the historical literature of World War I and World War II. This book reconciles these inaccuracies with the archaeological record by presenting case studies of a number of dives conducted in the English Channel. Using empirical evidence, this book investigates possible reasons historical inconsistencies persist and what Allied operational and intelligence-based processes caused them to occur in the first place. This book will be of interest to scholars and researchers in the fields of nautical archaeology and naval history, as well as wreck explorers.
The Maritime Archaeology of a Modern Conflict: Comparing the Archaeology of German Submarine Wrecks to the Historical Text (Routledge Studies in Archaeology)
by Innes McCartneyOver the last 30 years, hydrographical marine surveys in the English Channel helped uncover the potential wreck sites of German submarines, or U-boats, sunk during the conflicts of World War I and World War II. Through a series of systemic dives, nautical archaeologist and historian Innes McCartney surveyed and recorded these wrecks, discovering that the distribution and number of wrecks conflicted with the published histories of U-boat losses. Of all the U-boat war losses in the Channel, McCartney found that some 41% were heretofore unaccounted for in the historical literature of World War I and World War II. This book reconciles these inaccuracies with the archaeological record by presenting case studies of a number of dives conducted in the English Channel. Using empirical evidence, this book investigates possible reasons historical inconsistencies persist and what Allied operational and intelligence-based processes caused them to occur in the first place. This book will be of interest to scholars and researchers in the fields of nautical archaeology and naval history, as well as wreck explorers.
The Maritime Blockade of Germany in the Great War: The Northern Patrol, 1914-1918
by John D. GraingerThe Tenth Cruiser Squadron of the Grand Fleet had the task of patrolling the seas between Scotland and Greenland to intercept enemy ships trying to escape into the ocean and merchant ships who could be carrying goods destined for Germany. This was a task of great political sensitivity, since almost all the ships intercepted were neutrals, and requiring great physical endurance from ships and men in the violent North Atlantic. The Maritime Blockade of Germany in the Great War is a comprehensive collection of the records of the Northern Patrol. It consists of regular reports of the admirals in command, to which are added other relevant official records, and more informal documents. There are the chatty letters of Captain Vivian and HMS Patia, the appalling experiences of young officers placed in barely seaworthy sailing ships to see that they went into port for examination, the patehtic 'mutiny' by a bored, distressed and underpaid black gang, the diary of Able Seaman Style, demonstrating the tedium of the patrol, and the self-satisfied diary of Dr Shaw. There are also the casualities: ships overwhelmed by storms, sunk by enemy action, torpedoed. The ships of the Patrol were perhaps the most constantly active Royal Navy vessels in the Great War, a barely acknowledged yet vital component in the eventual Allied victory