Award winning writer of historical features & poetry
From Scotland to the World
Margaret Bowman is currently Writer in Residence aboard HMS Unicorn in Dundee and her next book will be titled – HMS Unicorn: The Warship that never went to Sea.
About the author
Margaret Bowman is an award-winning author. Hailing from historic Dunfermline, she crossed the river to the city of Dundee to commence a long career in the nursing profession. Retiring from the NHS she now turns her attention to a new calling: the historic written word.
Publications
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The Lost Airfields of Angus
‘The Lost Airfields of Angus’ is Margaret Bowman’s debut non-fiction book and it provides a comprehensive historical account of the military airfields that played a vital role in the First and Second World Wars.
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Wartime Defences of the Tay Estuary
Margaret Bowman has chronicled the extreme importance of the Tayside and Fife coastal wartime defences dedicated to the memory of those who risked their lives during World Wars I and II, to preserve the freedom we enjoy today.
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HMS Unicorn: The Warship That Never Went To War
COMING SOON: The old Georgian Warship which celebrated its bi-centenary in 2024 which is currently berthed at Victoria Dock, played a significant role in both world wars.
When spies, Russians and Nazi Germany sympathisers roamed Tayside
The Lost Airfields of Angus
Scottish Association of Writers award winner.
On May 20, 1942, an unusual four-engine bomber of Russian design and manufacture appeared out of the clouds over Dundee.
It skirted low over the city before coming to land at RAF Tealing.
The very important passenger the crew were escorting was Vyacheslav Molotov, the Russian Foreign Minister and Deputy of the State Committee of Defence.
A volatile history, period military bases and international influence.
Wartime Defences of the Tay Estuary
From Buddon Ness to Fife Ness the Tay Estuary has been no stranger to conflict over many centuries from Viking marauders to French and Russian forces intending invasion, but it is the 20th century conflicts of the First and Second World Wars that will be the primary focus in this book.
Most of the First World War was fought in mainland Europe, but prior to the declaration, the Germans had built up a powerful fleet of warships and Scotland’s east coast with its ports and harbours was vulnerable to attack from the sea.
What People Are Saying
“Without the technology, the expertise of the scientists and servicemen and women who manned them round the clock guarding our coast and estuaries, the events of World War Two could have had a much more different conclusion.”
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“A thought-provoking exploration of defence, this book challenges conventional thinking and offers fresh insights. The author's insightful analysis and compelling arguments make this a valuable addition to the literature on the subject.”
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“This book is a captivating journey that will leave you wanting more. The author's vivid writing style and engaging characters create a world that is both familiar and extraordinary. A must-read for anyone who enjoys history”
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“An inspiring tale that celebrates the power of human connection. The author's ability to evoke strong emotions through the eyes of history makes this a truly unforgettable reading experience.”
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