The Complete History of the SAS: The World's Most Feared Elite Fighting Force

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Complete History of the SAS: The World's Most Feared Elite Fighting Force
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Nigel McCrery
Edited by Barry Davies
Foreword by Andy McNab
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:352
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129
Category/GenreMilitary history
ISBN/Barcode 9781787396876
ClassificationsDewey:356.1670941
Audience
General
Edition Revised and updated
Illustrations 24 clr and b&w photos

Publishing Details

Publisher Welbeck Publishing Group
Imprint Welbeck
Publication Date 10 June 2021
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Specializing in covert reconnaissance, counter-terrorism and hostage rescue, the SAS is one of the world's most famous, feared and respected elite fighting forces. This book tells the full, fascinating story of the regiment, from formation in the sand dunes of Africa during World War II to present action in the Middle East, and incorporates jungle, desert and urban warfare, counter-terrorism and an insider's view at the selection and training methods employed by this usually secretive unit.

Author Biography

Nigel McCrery was a policeman but left to study History and went on to work for the BBC's drama department. Credits he lists are the award-winning All The King's Men, Silent Witness and New Tricks. He has written several crime novels, including the Detective Inspector Lapslie series. Barry Davies B.E.M. was a member of the SAS for 18 years and saw action around the world. He received the British Empire Medal for his help in resolving the Mogadishu Hijack. He worked with high-level military technology and regularly appeared in the media as a military expert until his death in 2016.