In this, the latest of his many highly regarded military histories, distinguished military historian, prolific author and long serving Military Historical Society member, Richard Doherty, weaves the two subjects of which he is the undisputed expert, and with which he is so strongly associated, into a single chronological account of the war in Italy told through the experiences of Irish men and women of all ranks, some distinguished and some previously unknown, who served in that campaign. The author claims that more Irish personnel served in the Italian campaign than in any other theatre of the Second World War, mostly on land but also at sea and in the air, and they are all represented in this vivid and lively account. As ever, Richard Doherty’s narrative is clear and compelling and ranges from the grand strategic, to provide context, to the sub-tactical exploits of the Irish men and women in whom he clearly has the greatest interest. The author draws heavily on personal memoirs, interviews.. Read more
Military Historical Society

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Damien Lewis

"Even if your forebears don't fall into this category, the book is worth reading to understand how those who governed the island of Ireland treated the vulnerable, poor and marginalised over several centuries."
Who Do You Think You Are? Magazine - July 2025

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars I have read a book on a similar topic before, which was published in 1994. As the author reminds us of the last attempt at a monarchist coup in Germany, it proves one thing – the topic is still relevant and worth exploring. I was very impressed by the structure of the book. I learned a lot of new things, for example, about Portuguese history, which I believe is not as well-known. Each chapter was very well organized, and the events were clearly described. The text is engaging and informative, which allowed me to learn a lot. This book is a great contribution to the literature on monarchies and their falls.
NetGalley, Magdalena Šejdová

In the Naval Mutinies of 1798, Philip MacDougall has provided an authoritative and stark history of these dramatic events. The Royal Navy’s strategic and operational history over centuries helped shape the modern world and deserves recognition for the benefits it has brought; however, it came at a brutal cost to those who worked the ships and the guns which brought the victories lauded in naval lore. Naval Mutinies of 1798 has a place in any collection of works on Royal Navy history. Read the full review [link=https://navalinstitute.com.au/the-naval-mutinies-of-1798/]here[/link]
Australian Naval Institute