Peak of Limuria

ISBN: 1857250702

Author: Edis, Richard

Condition: New

This book details the history of Diego Garcia Island. Chapter eleven details the island's histoy during World War II, including the installation of 6" Naval guns at Cannon Point, operations of Diego Garcia Seaplane Base and the grounding of Catalina "Katie" VA718. Subsequent chapters detail the island's use by the US Navy and US Air Force including the construction of Diego Garcia Airport for military aircraft.