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Second World War books with sailing and boats at their heart have long fascinated and enthralled many sailors. We share our favourites

Eighty years ago, just after midnight on 28 March 1942, the British destroyer HMS Campbeltown crept up the estuary of the River Loire towards the heavily defended port of St Nazaire. Here lay an immense dry dock, the only facility on the west coast of France that German battleships such as the ferocious Tirpitz could

It was not unusual for officers to get recommendations for awards like the British's Victoria Cross... unless it was from the enemy.

The Gathering Storm examines the impact of the Holocaust on the sailing family, the Kastners and their valued servants, the Nussbaums. A compelling read.

From Pole to Pole is a fascinating account of the life of maverick sailor and explorer, Quentin Riley, says Claudia Myatt

Adlard Coles Shore Guide: Channel Coast of France is a good starting point for exploring a new French port this summer, says Julia Jones

On Monday, Royal Navy sailors and Royal Marines paid their respects to the men of the Operation Char...

A ceremony honouring the incredible bravery of sailors and commandos who set off from Cornwall during World War Two on what has since been called,…

The Greatest Raid: St Nazaire 1942 examines Operation Chariot and the lengths those in charge went to ensure its success, at the cost of the lives of yachtsmen