CLOSE TO THE WIND - A Story of Escape and Survival out of the Ashes of Singapore 1942

In May 1940, a group of Auckland yachtsmen and Royal Navy volunteers left for the war. Leonard Hill, a young Maori sailor, and his friends arrived in Singapore under siege. They manned fast motor launches, raiding and rescuing Allies from behind enemy lines. This book tells his story.

About the author

David B. Hill (Ng?puhi/Te Tahawai) is a writer and tour guide. From an early age, David’s passions have been history and travel, and he has spent much of his time on both. Embarking on a career as a guide as a young adult, he has travelled extensively internationally. He now focuses on leading tours closer to home and telling tourists stories of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Summary

In May 1940, a group of Auckland yachtsmen and Royal Navy volunteers left for the war. Leonard Hill, a young Maori sailor, and his friends arrived in Singapore under siege. They manned fast motor launches, raiding and rescuing Allies from behind enemy lines. This book tells his story.

Product details

• Authors: Hill, David B Hill, David B. Hill
• Publisher: Huia Publishers
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2019
• EAN: 9781775503491
• ISBN: 978-1-77550-349-1
• No. of pages: 340
• Dimensions: 211 mm x 138 mm x 20 mm
• Weight: 4 g
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political administration