Description

A pictorial remembrance of the 39 Corvettes who came to Fremantle during WWII. Well captioned photos from the West Australian’s archive. Covers the war effort, the Mildura, the Junee and Fremantle, ‘the mothball fleet’, traditions, and those off to the scrap merchants. Also includes a list of all the corvette negatives in the West Australian’s archive. Now a scarce and highly desirable Royal Australian Navy title.

Synopsis

Title: A Small War Corvettes: The 39 Through Fremantle
Author/Publisher: Unknown Author, Unknown Publisher
Publication Year: 1984
Format: Illustrated Paperback

Published in 1984, 'A Small War Corvettes: The 39 Through Fremantle' offers a poignant pictorial remembrance of the Royal Australian Navy's Corvettes during the Second World War. This non-fiction work meticulously chronicles the presence and operations of these vital vessels, focusing specifically on their journeys through the significant West Australian port of Fremantle.

Designed for adult audiences with an interest in naval history and Australia's wartime contributions, the book serves as a visual and textual record of a crucial chapter in the nation's defence. It captures the essence of a 'small war' fought by these agile and adaptable ships, providing an intimate glimpse into their role and the lives of those who served aboard them.

• The Fremantle Connection: This segment delves into Fremantle's pivotal role as a hub for the Corvettes during WWII, illustrating its strategic importance as a port of call and operational base for the 39 vessels documented.
• Corvette Operations & Vessels: Readers are presented with well-captioned photographs detailing the broader war effort and specific insights into individual ships, including notable vessels such as HMAS Mildura and HMAS Junee.
• Post-War Legacies: The book extends beyond wartime service, exploring the eventual fate of these ships, from their inclusion in 'the mothball fleet' to their eventual dismantling by 'scrap merchants', tracing their complete lifecycle.
• Archival Resource: A significant feature is the inclusion of a comprehensive list of all Corvette negatives held within The West Australian newspaper's archive, providing invaluable reference material for historians and enthusiasts.

As a vintage non-fiction work from 1984, this illustrated paperback holds particular appeal for collectors of Australian military history, naval enthusiasts, and those interested in the local impact of World War II on communities like Fremantle. Its specific focus and rich visual content make it a notable and potentially scarce item within its niche.

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