We Were the First: The Unit History of No. 1 Independent Company
Published by Australian Military History Publications, 1991
- First Edition
- Used
Seller: Charles Military Bookstore, Malaga, WA, AustraliaCharles Military Bookstore
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WE WERE THE FIRST: The Unit History of No. 1 Independent Company Alexander McNab First Edition – 1998 A scarce and highly sought-after Australian WWII unit history, documenting the men and operations of No. 1 Independent Company, the pioneering Australian special forces unit and forerunner of the Australian Commando units that fought throughout the Pacific War. Written by Alexander “Sandy” McNab, We Were the First records the formation, training, deployment and wartime experiences of No. 1 Independent Company and the men who volunteered for this new and unconventional form of warfare. The Independent Companies were established to operate behind enemy lines using commando tactics, reconnaissance, raids, sabotage and guerrilla warfare. Their development represented a major departure from conventional Australian Army operations and laid the foundations for Australia's later Commando Squadrons. No. 1 Independent Company has a particularly fascinating history. Its members were among Australia's earliest specially trained commandos and served in the islands to Australia's north during the critical opening stages of the Pacific War. This 1998 First Edition is an important reference for collectors and researchers interested in: Australian Commandos and Special Forces Independent Companies Australian Army unit histories WWII Pacific operations Australian military history Special operations and guerrilla warfare These specialised Australian unit histories were produced in relatively small numbers and are becoming increasingly difficult to obtain, particularly in collectible condition. Book Details Title: We Were the First: The Unit History of No. 1 Independent Company Author: Alexander McNab Publisher: Australian Military History Publications Year: 1998 Edition: First Edition Pages: 242 Subject: Australian Army / No. 1 Independent Company / Commandos / WWII Condition Please refer carefully to the photographs provided, as they form an important part of the condition description. A scarce First Edition Australian WWII Commando unit history and an excellent addition to any serious collection of Australian military, Special Forces or unit histories.…
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- Title
- We Were the First: The Unit History of No. 1 Independent Company
- Author
- Alexander McNab
- Publisher
- Australian Military History Publications
- Publication year
- 1991
- Condition
- Good
- Edition
- 1st Edition
Charles Military Bookstore
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Charles Military Books specialises in rare, collectible, out-of-print, and quality used military books Australia. With a passion for military history and historical research, we offer an great selection of books covering conflicts from the Boer War through to modern military operations. Our collection includes titles on: World War I World War II Australian military history Regimental and unit histories Aviation, naval, and armoured warfare Military biographies and memoirs Medals, uniforms, and insignia Campaign histories and battlefield studies Official and private military histories Military reference and research publications Whether you're a serious collector searching for a scarce first edition, a historian conducting research, a veteran looking for a regimental history, or someone with a passion for military history, Charles Military Books aims to provide quality books at fair prices. We carefully source books from private collections, estates, and specialist libraries, with many titles being difficult to find elsewhere. Charles Military Books – Preserving Military History, One Book at a Time.…
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