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Hoist the sails to the tropical paradise of Tahiti, but don’t expect to laze under the coconut trees. More than just white sandy beaches, Didier Destremau presents an exciting and lesser-known historical tale in ‘Jours de guerre à Tahiti’ (Days of War in Tahiti).
In 1914, Admiral von Spee and his German fleet set course for Tahiti to replenish their supplies of food and coal. While the world is engulfed in the Great War, the island appears defenseless, but that’s without considering the courage of Commander Maxime Destremau and his troops. In an unexpected confrontation between local economic interests and the necessity to fight, this war narrative tells the story of a conflict that pits civil and military power against each other.
Didier Destremau is a former paratrooper officer. As a diplomat, he takes us into a little-known chapter of history. His captivating novel immerses us in an epic battle, the impact of which on the course of World War I is undeniable. If you’re passionate about military history, extraordinary destinies, and war stories, the book ‘Jours de guerre à Tahiti’ is a must-read. Add it to your library today!
A graduate of Saint-Cyr, an Arabist, and a graduate of the Paris Institute of Political Studies, Didier Destremau began his career as a paratrooper officer before joining the SDECE, then the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His various assignments took him to the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, notably to Kuwait, Zaire, Chad, Aden, Saudi Arabia, and Poland. He also headed the unit in Paris responsible for the French hostages in Lebanon.
A career diplomat, he went on to become ambassador to Mozambique, Swaziland, and Malta. After leaving the diplomatic service, he joined Secours Catholique Caritas France, where he worked for ten years as a volunteer for international advocacy.
Didier Destremau is the author of Jours de guerre à Tahiti (Days of War in Tahiti), published by Éditions du Pacifique.
