The book is recommended as an accessible introduction because its short chapters cover many kinds of Coastal Forces work. The sample traces the formation of the 15th MGB Flotilla for irregular operations and follows the mixture of motor gunboats, motor torpedo boats, and other small craft assigned to it. Agent landings and the recovery of escaped or evading Allied personnel demanded exceptional navigation, seamanship, and coordination with Coastal Command. The recommendation also contrasts broad introductory books with narrow specialist studies: breadth gives a new reader several possible ways into the subject.
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Coastal Forces, MTB 718, and clandestine operations
A broad Coastal Forces recommendation leads into MTB 718, the 15th MGB Flotilla, and covert insertions and recoveries along occupied coasts.