The Regiment

15 Years in the SAS

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From its early beginnings in World War II, the Special Air Service (SAS) has won renown in some of the most dramatic, dangerous and controversial military special operations of the 20th century. It is a secretive and mysterious unit, whose operations and internal structures are hidden from the public eye. Now, one of its longest-serving veterans offers a glimpse into the shadowy world of the SAS. Rusty Firmin spent an incredible 15 years with 'The Regiment' and was a key figure in the assault of the Iranian Embassy in London in May 1980.
Newly revised and available in paperback, this is the unforgettable chronicle of Rusty's combat experiences – a fascinating and intimate portrayal of what it was like to be part of the world's most respected Special Operations Force.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements /Introduction/1. Childhood/2. Boy Soldier/3. Gunner/4. Commando/5. Selection/6. Continuation/7. New Kid on the Block/8. Learning the Ropes/9. First Blood/10. Back to Ireland/11. Suicide Mission/12. Water Jump/13. Back to Work/14. Later Years/15. Swan Song /Abbreviations and Glossary

Product details

Published Oct 20 2016
Format Ebook (PDF)
Edition 1st
Extent 304
ISBN 9781472823236
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Series General Military
Short code GNM
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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