HMCS Haida: Anatomy of a Destroyer

by Barry M. Gough

The HMCS Haida is the most decorated ship in Canadian naval history. She won many Battle Orders during her life. She was active at D Day and in Korea. It is therefore appropriate that she became one of the very few ships to be saved from the wrecking yard and to become a first class museum. returncharacterreturncharacterMany visitors come annually to see this grand destroyer located in Hamilton harbour. Mostly looked after by veterans and other volunteers, the ship is a unique opportunity for visitors, young and old, to find out what a warship looks like from the inside as well as get a first hand understanding of what life would be like on the high seas or perhaps in battle. returncharacterreturncharacterDr. Barry Gough, the historian of the HMCS Haida and a well-known author on naval topics, shows through the use of pictures and short captions what this historical and unique ship is all about. Close up pictures of her interior, armaments and life during her active time bring to life this wonderful ship.

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

About the author

BARRY GOUGH was professor of history at Wilfrid Laurier University in Ontario until retirement in 2004. An expert on the maritime history of the Pacific Ocean, he has published widely on Anglo-Canadian naval subjects.

Reviews

[Tanya · Rating 1 out of 5]

I love all things HMCS Haida, but this book is little more than a photo souvenir. Perhaps I shouldn't rate it so low if that is what you are looking for, but I have been on the Haida multiple times, and most of the pictures in this book are just tourist photos. There is very little in the book information wise. A number of times I had questions based on the descriptions but there isn't any follow up. If you want souvenir photos, this is for you (although I'd suggest that you just go down to Hamilton and have a tour), but if you are looking for substance, skip this one.