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O’FLAHERTY, Chris. Torpedoes, Tea, and Medals: The Gallant Life of Commander D. G. H. 'Jake' Wright DSC** Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve. xv, 190p., illus. Oxford: Casemate, 2022. ISBN:9781636241401

One of the first Volunteer Reserves to be called up, he was training at HMS King Alfred, when his war began at Dunkirk, helping to evacuate stragglers after Operation DYNAMO. He then volunteered for Motor Torpedo Boats, where he served with valour and distinction for which he received many honours.

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