The Complete History of the SAS

Davies, Barry & Nigel McCrery

ISBN 10: 1844428680 / ISBN 13: 9781844428687

Published by Carlton Publishing Group, 2004

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Bright unmarked book with a pinprick nick to top of spine. ; 11.30 X 9.40 X 0.90 inches; 224 pages.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Complete History of the SAS
• Publisher: Carlton Publishing Group
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1844428680
• ISBN 13: 9781844428687
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Very Good+
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket
• Seller catalogs:
  • Military

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Synopsis

Fifty years after its inception, the Special Air Service (SAS) is famous the world over. When its soldiers do battle, news spreads like wildfire. SAS actions are normally swift and very hard-hitting, like the spectacular hostage rescue at the London Iranian Embassy and their work in the Middle East. Now The Complete History of the SAS details the incredible missions and stealth operations of one of Britain's most secret organizations. Few would believe that the SAS contains only 200 men, rigorously selected, highly trained and with a spirit to dare. They will go, willingly, deep behind enemy lines, take on incredible odds, and risk their lives to rescue others. They fought side by side with US forces in both wars in the Gulf. This is the full, inside story of the most famous special forces regiment in the world, with hundreds of photographs, many previously unpublished.

About the Author

Nigel McCreery is a historian, author and television producer. He wrote the best-selling book All The King's Men (1999). Barry Davies was a SAS member for 18 years. He took an active part in forming the world's foremost anti-terrorist team, which was created within the regiment. He has authored many books on the SAS.