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I Was Graf Spee's Prisoner by Captain Patrick Dove ,collectible
I Was Graf Spee's Prisoner by Captain Patrick Dove ,collectible
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I Was Graf Spee's Prisoner by Captain Patrick Dove is a personal narrative recounting his time aboard the German pocket battleship Admiral Graf Spee during World War II. After the sinking of his merchant vessel, the MV Africa Shell, Dove was taken prisoner by Captain Langsdorff of the Graf Spee. The book provides a candid account of his experiences, including his interactions with Langsdorff, who is portrayed as a complex and honorable figure.
Published in 1940 by Cherry Tree Books - Withy Grove Press, this work is described as an uncommon title and was later adapted into the 1956 film The Battle of the River Plate. It offers a unique perspective on wartime events and is considered a collectible item for enthusiasts of naval history and World War II literature.
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