David Turner

Author

David Turner has worked in TV, radio and newspapers. He was also a pilot for British European Airways and a marketing director at British Steel.  His close personal connection with the sinking of the Royal Oak – his uncle was one of those lost when it was torpedoed – resulted in a lifelong interest in the terrible tragedy.

David Turner has worked in TV, radio and newspapers. He was also a pilot for British European Airways and a marketing director at British Steel.  His close personal connection with the sinking of the Royal Oak – his uncle was one of those lost when it was torpedoed – resulted in a lifelong interest in the terrible tragedy.

Books

  • Paperback | Pub: 01 Sep 2022
    £12.99

    On 14 October 1939, HMS Royal Oak, one of the British navy’s top battleships, was destroyed at the Royal Navy’s main anchorage at Scapa Flow, Orkney. The audacious attack, by a German U-boat, was the first major blow against Britain of the...