Retained carbon copy report, with autograph corrections, unsigned, from the Commander of H.M.S. Swift regarding the celebrated action of 21st April, 1917 when the Swift in company with H.M.S. Broke commanded by Evans

WORLD WAR I - NAVAL ENGAGEMENT [EVANS, SIR E.R.G.R; 'Evans of the Broke']

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mounted a remarkable attack, engaging five German destroyers in darkness off the Dutch coast. During the encounter Evans sunk one destroyer by ramming it and another following hand-to-hand fighting on the deck of H.M.S Broke, a third was also sunk. A fuller description can be emailed upon request. Seller Inventory # 4924

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Title: Retained carbon copy report, with autograph ...