WW2 British Besieged The Ordeal of Malta 1940 to 42 Hardcover Reference Book

“WW2 British Besieged: The Ordeal of Malta 1940 to 42” is an invaluable hardcover reference book authored by Charles A. Jellison. This comprehensive 288-page volume delves into the relentless struggle faced by the island of Malta during World War II, from 1940 to 1942. Drawing on a wealth of photographs and detailed information, the book meticulously chronicles the fierce and dire conditions endured by the Maltese people and the British forces stationed there. It offers insights into the strategic importance of Malta in the Mediterranean theatre, highlighting the intense aerial bombardments and naval blockades that sought to break the island’s resistance. Ideal for historians, military enthusiasts, and general readers alike, this book provides a vivid and in-depth account of one of the most grueling sieges of the 20th century.