Detailing the sinking of the HMS Vanguard outside of Dun Laoghaire port in 1875, this book provides an insight into naval and military history of the late nineteenth century. It also deals with the backdrop of naval life, the social and economic situation for sailors and officers alike, the subsequent court-martial and the furore it caused.
- ISBN10 1845885449
- ISBN13 9781845885441
- Publish Date 30 November 1975
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher The History Press Ltd
- Imprint Nonsuch Publishing
- Format Paperback
- Pages 272
- Language English
- URL http://thehistorypress.co.uk/products/Lamentable-Intelligence.aspx