Marines to 95th (Rifles) - A military family at war with Napoleon This is the story of a Royal Marine who wanted to be a Rifleman. He achieved his ambition; but not before he saw action and captivity in South America and endured hard service and many adventures as "a soldier afloat" in the Low Countries and the Mediterranean. Fernyhough eventually joined the famous 95th for campaigns in the Peninsular under Wellington; where he endured hardships he could never have imagined. This highly readable book concludes with accounts of the military careers of Fernyhough's brothers - John and Henry - both Royal Marines - and Thomas; an infantryman.
#451026 in Books 2004-09-23 2004-09-23Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.93 x .22 x 7.22l; .65 #File Name: 184176731X96 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Passing along personal history to immediate family membersBy Grey BuyerI flew A-7E Corsair II's immediately following Viet Nam. My kids are always asking me about my flying days; knowing that precious memories will be lost with time and age. Other relatives who flew and survived earlier conflicts took most of their stories with them when they were promoted to angel. I wanted my kids to at least have pre-digital age pictures of the plane their father flew; planes that now adorn sticks in front of Naval Air Stations and aviation museums.The book is not all that thick but it is constructed on glossy paper with great photographs and stories. Additionally there is a listing of all the Navy squadrons that flew the A-7E; including mine. I bought three copies; one for each of my kids and one for my wife who even though she was a part of my Navy days she loves all things associated with Naval Aviation. The book is a great gift and tangible example of what Corsair II pilots did for the country; including their sacrifices. Well worth the money.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Recognition for some true patriots and stories for their children...By Michael EggertI'm a bit partial to this effort - my Dad's listed in here several times and all the information I have reflects the real accuracy and inside information this books shares with the reader. I especially appreciate the political notes that created many of the conflicts in Vietnam during the period between 1968 and 1972. As a military "brat" it was interesting to finally learn about issues that we were not expected to know about or have opinions about during this era. I always thought of these A-4 replacements to be "baby Crusaders" in their look - now I understand where they fit in why they didn't get the glory that the Phantom (F-4) did as a dogfighter... 'Guess my main reason for buying this book was to better understand the plane my Dad was flying on May 10; 1972 when the greatest dogfight in modern military history took place - and why "CAG" was in an A-7... All the details in this book appear to be well researched and I hope it will be considered a reliable source for any research into the air war in Viet-Nam. Too bad more pilots didn't get greater recognition for their efforts. At least my Dad was handed a Navy Cross for his A-7 ride that day! - Prof. Mike E.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. My Favorite Attack PlaneBy Hiroku-hirokuI was stationed aboard USS Enterprise 85-90. I was an EM but found myself in hanger deck heaven. I just love everything about this little plane. The rotary cannon and the amount of sheer payload this plane could lift. The airedales that serviced it were always cool and explained the planes layout; cool squadron if ever there was one. Mighty Shrikes VA94!Glad this book finally made it to kindle.
