Storm Boat Kings: The 23rd R.C.E. at Arnhem, 1944 by John Sliz

The epic battle of the British 1st Airborne Division at Arnhem has been told may times, but the account of their evacuation across the River Rhine is less well known. This book tells the story of how the Royal Canadian Engineers not only supported the Royal Engineers, but ferried the largest contingent of the Airborne troops across the flooded river under less than ideal conditions.

One unit in particular, the 23rd Field Company, Royal Canadian Engineers, found lasting honor for their bravery and their expert handling of the rescuing Storm Boats. Unfortunately, glory came at a high cost to a unit that would soon earn the nickname, "The Storm Boat Kings."