Captain Charles Fryatt

Courageous Mariner of the First World War

von Ben Carver

128 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

A gripping biography of Captain Charles Fryatt, a WWI mariner whose courage and controversial execution ignited international outrage.Discover the untold story of Captain Charles Fryatt, master of the SS Brussels, who dared to challenge German submarines during World War I. This meticulously researched biography unveils Fryatt's early life, his rise through the ranks of the Great Eastern Railway, and the fateful events that led to his court-martial and execution.Explore the controversies surrounding his death, the international outcry it provoked, and the lasting memorials erected in his honor. Was he a hero or a victim of war? Uncover the truth behind the legend of Captain Charles Fryatt, a courageous mariner whose story continues to resonate a century later. Perfect for readers interested in WWI naval history, British maritime history, and acts of courage during wartime.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Militärgeschichte Besondere Kriege und militärische Feldzüge Erster Weltkrieg
• ISBN: 9781445658612
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 15.06.2016
• Größe: 231 x 163 mm
• Verlag: Amberley Publishing