Operation Tabarin: Britain's Secret Wartime Expedition to Antarctica 1944-46

By Stephen Haddelsey

Book Overview

Uncover Britain's secret Antarctic mission during WWII.

In 1943, Churchill's War Cabinet launched Operation Tabarin, a covert expedition to Antarctica. Its mission: safeguard the Falkland Islands, deny German U-boats, and reassert British territorial claims amidst Argentine provocation.

Operation Tabarin reveals the untold story of this curious endeavor, detailing the challenges faced by explorers, scientists, and naval officers in the harsh Antarctic environment. From secret bases to political maneuvering, discover how this wartime operation laid the foundation for the British Antarctic Survey and shaped the future of the continent. Perfect for history buffs and adventure seekers alike.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0750967463
• ISBN13: 9780750967464
• Release Date: March 2016
• Publisher: History Press Limited, The
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"