The Fighting Tenth
The Tenth Submarine Flotilla and the Siege of Malta
by:
John Wingate
in:
Military History
Summary:
The book chronicles the daring operations and pivotal role of the Tenth Submarine Flotilla based in Malta during World War II, detailing their strategic importance in disrupting Axis supply lines to North Africa. It provides personal accounts, battle descriptions, and an analysis of the submarine warfare tactics that were crucial to the Allied war effort in the Mediterranean.
Key points:
1. Siege of Malta: The book details WWII's Siege of Malta, where the Axis powers targeted the strategically located island. The Tenth Submarine Flotilla was instrumental in its defense.
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