Pirate Alley: Commanding Task Force 151 Off Somalia

by Terry McKnight and Michael Hirsh

Book Overview

Named a Notable Naval Book of 2012 by Proceedings magazine, Pirate Alley is now available in paperback. The book provides an in-depth look at every aspect of Somali piracy, from how the pirates operate to how the actions of a relative handful of youthful criminals and their bosses have impacted the world economy. It explores the debate over the recently adopted practice of putting armed guards aboard merchant ships, and focuses on the best management...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1612511341
• ISBN13: 9781612511344
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: US Naval Institute Press
• Length: 233 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.3" x 9.1"