The first and only history of the Indian Ocean as a theatre of World War II, Wings of the Dawning at last brings to public attention the hugely significant role of the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and the Merchant Navy in making possible the victories in the Middle East and South East Asia. Interweaving historical and strategic background with eye witness accounts, the book The first and only history of the Indian Ocean as a theatre of World War II, Wings of the Dawning at last brings to public attention the hugely significant role of the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and the Merchant Navy in making possible the victories in the Middle East and South East Asia. Interweaving historical and strategic background with eye witness accounts, the book offers a major contribution to military history. Comprehensive and compelling.