Battle of the Atlantic Commemorative mug HMS Hermes and also insight into the

and also insight into the Indian navy’s experience with the Sea Hawk and Sea Harrier

This superb print by Darryl Legg captures the speed and danger of those moments as he completes his mission and hurtles along the runway to get clear of the danger zone

ships and campaigns and highlights the contribution of the Fleet Air Arm in WWII

Coin diameter: 15mm

Commander Adrian Orchard OBE

Battle of the Atlantic Commemorative mug HMS Hermes and also insight into theThe Battle of the Atlantic (1939 1945) was the longest and most complex battle of WWII. Often referred to as the Battle FOR Britain (as opposed to the Battle of Britain), it was the battle that Britain simply had to win or be strangled out of the conflict. Fairey Swordfish and MAC (Merchant Aircraft Carrier converted merchantmen) ships played a vital role in winning the war against the U boat. In c. 270 convoys accompanied by this redoubtable duo,