Sea Soldiers of Portsmouth, by J Ambler and M Little

Sea Soldiers of Portsmouth, A pictorial history of the Royal Marines at Eastney and Fort Cumberland
John Ambler and Matthew Little

The story of the Royal Marines in Portsmouth from the date of the occupation of their purpose-built Barracks at Eastney to the recent past when the Barracks were converted to private dwellings and the Officers Mess became the Royal Marines Museum. It recounts the impact that the Royal Marines had on Portsmouth. It provides a history of the development of the Royal Marines, particularly the Royal Marine Artillery, their weapons, uniform and equipment.

Hardback with dust jacket in as new condition.

160 pages
Black and white photographs throughout
208 mm x 302 mm (8.5 in x 12 in)
2008, Halsgrove, Somerset