Misc: Who wrote the thriller "The Eagle has Landed"?

Questions

In 1969 Australian aircraft carrier "Melbourne" slices US destroyer "---------- " in half, killing 74. (South Vietnam). ?

In 1969 Australian aircraft carrier "Melbourne" slices US destroyer "Frank E Evans" in half, killing---------- . (South Vietnam).?

In 1979 John ---------- becomes 1st pope to visit a communist country (Poland).?

In 1987 Andres ---------- Spanish guitarist, dies at 94.?

In 1990 Rex---------- , actor famous for "Doctor Dolittle" and "My Fair Lady", dies at 82 from cancer.?