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HMS Wager 1944 – 46 – A Narrative History, Lt Cdr Lester May RN
Written by Lieutenant Commander Lester May RN to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, 15 Aug 2025. The author was able to draw on his own experience from two ships in which he served in his naval career (1967-1989).