One man's war : an actor's life at sea, 1940-1945
Beale, Richard, 1920-2015
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Richard Beale was a young Royal Naval officer during the Second World War. This book is a lively account of his time in the Royal Navy from just prior to joining up until his demobilisation and subsequent return to civilian life. During his navy service he rose from a humble rating to become commander of a series of coastal patrol craft and MTBs (motor torpedo boats), sailing one from the UK to Malta and latterly covering the Royal Navy's campaign around Greek and Croatian waters, including mine sweeping duties. His story includes accounts of a number of key engagements, including one in which he was badly wounded as well as memories of love affairs, friendships and the enduring companionship of his beloved spaniel, Simon. Following his navy service, Richard spent most of his life as an actor, with a career spanning more than 50 years and roles in a host of iconic television series.
Main title:
One man's war : an actor's life at sea, 1940-1945 / Richard Beale.
Author:
Beale, Richard, 1920-, author
Imprint:
London : Bloomsbury, 2015.
Collation:
viii, 264 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (black and white) ; 23 cm
Notes:
Includes index.Map on lining papers.
ISBN:
9781844863334 (hbk)
Dewey class:
940.545941092940.545940.54594940.5459
LC class:
D771
Local class:
940.545941B BEA
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
1044778