James Holland
Fortress Malta : An Island Under Siege 1940-1943 Paperback Book
“Refund was approved and back in my account the same day.” - Deliver+ customer
The extraordinary drama of Maltas WWII victory against impossible odds told through the eyes of the people who were there.In March and April 1942, more explosives were dropped on the tiny Mediterranean island of Malta smaller than the Isle of Wight than on the whole of Britain during the first year of the Blitz. Malta had become one of the most strategically important places in the world. From there, the Allies could attack Axis supply lines to North Africa without it, Rommel would be able to march unchecked into Egypt, Suez and the Middle East. For the Allies this would have been catastrophic. As Churchill said, Malta had to be held at all costs.FORTRESS MALTA follows the story through the eyes of those who were there young men such as twentyyearold fighter pilot Raoul DaddoLanglois, antiaircraft gunner Ken Griffiths, American Art Roscoe and submariner Tubby Crawford who served on the most successful Allied submarine of the Second World War cabaret dancerturned RAF plotter Christina Ratcliffe, and her lover, the brilliant and irrepressible reconnaissance pilot, Adrian Warburton. Their stories and others provide extraordinary firsthand accounts of heroism, resilience, love, and loss, highlighting one of the most remarkable stories of World War II.
Binding: Paperback;512 pages; Publisher: Hachette UK Distribution; Classification: HBJD; Weight: 524 g; Dimensions: 197 x 128 x 34
Extended returns Orders placed after 29th October 2026 can be returned until 5th January 2027
Something not quite right? You have 21 days from the day you receive it, to send something back. When you purchase Debenhams Deliver+, you will have an extra 14 days on top of our standard 21-day window to initate a return.
Please note, we cannot offer refunds on fashion face masks, cosmetics, pierced jewellery, adult toys, and swimwear or lingerie if the hygiene seal is not in place or has been broken.
Items of footwear and/or clothing must be unworn and unwashed with the original labels attached. Also, footwear must be tried on indoors. Items of homeware including bedlinen, mattresses, and toppers, and pillows must be unused and in their original unopened packaging. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Click here to view our full Returns Policy.
We Think You'll Like
Sponsored Products
The extraordinary drama of Maltas WWII victory against impossible odds told through the eyes of the people who were there.In March and April 1942, more explosives were dropped on the tiny Mediterranean island of Malta smaller than the Isle of Wight than on the whole of Britain during the first year of the Blitz. Malta had become one of the most strategically important places in the world. From there, the Allies could attack Axis supply lines to North Africa without it, Rommel would be able to march unchecked into Egypt, Suez and the Middle East. For the Allies this would have been catastrophic. As Churchill said, Malta had to be held at all costs.FORTRESS MALTA follows the story through the eyes of those who were there young men such as twentyyearold fighter pilot Raoul DaddoLanglois, antiaircraft gunner Ken Griffiths, American Art Roscoe and submariner Tubby Crawford who served on the most successful Allied submarine of the Second World War cabaret dancerturned RAF plotter Christina Ratcliffe, and her lover, the brilliant and irrepressible reconnaissance pilot, Adrian Warburton. Their stories and others provide extraordinary firsthand accounts of heroism, resilience, love, and loss, highlighting one of the most remarkable stories of World War II.
Binding: Paperback;512 pages; Publisher: Hachette UK Distribution; Classification: HBJD; Weight: 524 g; Dimensions: 197 x 128 x 34
Extended returns Orders placed after 29th October 2026 can be returned until 5th January 2027
Something not quite right? You have 21 days from the day you receive it, to send something back. When you purchase Debenhams Deliver+, you will have an extra 14 days on top of our standard 21-day window to initate a return.
Please note, we cannot offer refunds on fashion face masks, cosmetics, pierced jewellery, adult toys, and swimwear or lingerie if the hygiene seal is not in place or has been broken.
Items of footwear and/or clothing must be unworn and unwashed with the original labels attached. Also, footwear must be tried on indoors. Items of homeware including bedlinen, mattresses, and toppers, and pillows must be unused and in their original unopened packaging. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Click here to view our full Returns Policy.
James Holland
Fortress Malta : An Island Under Siege 1940-1943 Paperback Book
“Refund was approved and back in my account the same day.” - Deliver+ customer
We Think You'll Like
Sponsored Products
Protect Your Purchase?
Extend your warranty and protect your purchase against accidental damage and defects.
Protects your new Fortress Malta : An Island Under Siege 1940-1943 Paperback Book against breakdowns and faults once the manufacturer's warranty period is over.
Covers issues not included in your manufacturer's warranty, such as accidental damage or theft.
Get a replacement or a cash refund up to the full amount you originally paid for it.
FAQs
XCover is an authorised protection provider for Debenhams, with over 7 million customers globally and an average 4.7 out of 5 stars from thousands of reviews on Google and Trustpilot. XCover's simple, fast and stress-free repair and replacement process delivers peace of mind if your item is stolen or it has damages or defects that aren't covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
XCover's simple, fast and stress-free repair and replacement process delivers peace of mind if your item is stolen or has damages or defects that aren't covered by the manufacturer's warranty. XCover’s easy, digital process is simple with quick payouts on approved claims.
Before submitting a claim, you need to gather all the details and documents to support your claim. This helpful article has a guide to what documents you may need based on your claim reason.
When you're ready to submit your claim, log in to your XCover Account, select the XCover Protection you would like to claim for and then select ‘Make a Claim’.
The XCover claims process is quick and hassle-free, with payment or reimbursement for approved claims processed instantly. The dedicated team at XCover aims to complete 95% of claims within 3 days of claim submission, so keep a close eye on your emails to ensure there’s no delay.
For more information about claims submission, please check XCover Help.