SAS Operations: More Than Daring - Hardcover

Ladd, James

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0709060432 ISBN 13: 9780709060437

Publisher: Robert Hale Ltd, 1999

Synopsis

This highly successful book has now been completely revised and expanded to bring it right up to date with current SAS operations and takes a glimpse into the future. The Special Air Service is one of the most highly skilled and effective components of the British Army. Provided here is a welcome insight into the history and unique function of the SAS since its formation. This book traces the variety of special operations from the first raids in the North African desert in World War II to the remarkable achievements in the Falklands' bleak terrain, the harsh deserts of Iraq and the ethnic confusions of Bosnia - all operations in which these crack troops have shown daring and endurance. James Ladd describes the innovative and often dangerous techniques that the SAS has developed over the years and shows through numerous examples how the determination and ingenuity of the individual officer and trooper is second to none. This detailed narrative vividly records the careful planning and meticulous execution of many of the most spectacular and daring raids ever accomplished. Whether in the jungles of Borneo, on the streets of Northern Ireland or in the mountains of Bosnia, the reputation of these keenly motivated soldiers remains unsurpassed, while their use of new types of weapons in this electronic age offers some guidance to the likely forms of warfare in the twenty-first century.

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Review

"'A fascinating insight into this most shrouded of Britain's military elites.' Navy News 'Very informative... the most detailed survey of the British SAS yet published.' Soldat und Technic 'The SAS claims to be the only fighting regiment in history which has cared for or delivered more babies than it has killed enemies. The special breed of man who can rescue hijack victims or minister to a mother in labour in the Borneo jungles is the hero of James D. Ladd's SAS Operations.' Daily Mail 'As a study of the "individuals" and their methods of achieving these near miracles Ladd does them a great service.' Western Morning News 'An excellent account of SAS operations from their beginnings in 1941.' The Sheet Anchor, Vol XIV, no. 2 'A perceptive and sympathetic study.' British Army Review"

About the Author

James D. Ladd was a Royal Marine before he became a journalist and a widely respected military historian. He is the author of several leading military books including Commandos and Rangers of World War II and Royal Marines 1919-1980: An Authorized History. He is currently finalising The Royal Marines 1919-1995 which updates his previous book, and is involved in Internet publications with Foxglove Antiques.

Edition details

• Publisher: Robert Hale Ltd
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0709060432
• ISBN 13: 9780709060437
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 256