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davidmcdonaldbook - 27th June 15:14
In his gripping nonfiction book, 'Two Battles Two Wars 1980-1982,' author David McDonald takes readers on a remarkable journey back to 1982. As part of the UK Taskforce sent to the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic, HMS Plymouth played a crucial role in reclaiming the islands from Argentina's control. Amidst the harsh realities of maritime warfare, the central character faces not only the challenges of combat but also his own deeply personal battles. Haunted by his daughter's recovery from a devastating car accident that occurred 18 months earlier in 1980, the author vividly depicts the protagonist's emotional turmoil. Alternating between life on board the ship and life at home, the narrative deftly weaves together moments of humor and raw emotion. With each page, McDonald delivers a compelling account that will leave readers enthralled in this history book, unable to put the book down.
About the Author
The author, David McDonald is a former Petty Officer in the Royal Navy. His first book is an autobiographical account of his time in the Falklands Islands aboard HMS Plymouth.The book draws on his experiences and real-life diary accounts during the Falklands conflict in 1982 whilst always providing an emotional account of his daughter’s serious road accident in 1980. David is retired and currently lives in Dalgety Bay, Fife, Scotland