An insider history of Army special forces and a rare insight into the role of combat historian. An insider history of Army special forces and a rare insight into the role of combat historian. Richard Stewart was th...Loe edasi...
The first authoritative, illustrated account of Russias high-risk strike on Ukraines capital, the centerpiece of its failed 2022 invasion plan.In 2022, Vladimir Putin was convinced he could seize Kyiv, install a puppet government...Loe edasi...
This visual history sheds light on forgotten parts of World War II history through the lens of the US Marine Corps, serving everywhere outside of the Pacific.When we think of US Marine involvement in World War II, we invariably thin...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 21-May-2026, Hardback, Kirjastus: Michael Joseph Ltd, ISBN-13: 9780241767122)
War came to North Africa in June 1940. But it was over a year before a newly-formed SAS went into action. Until then, the fight belonged to an elite, top secret band of brothers called the Long Range Desert Group.They were Britain’s fi...Loe edasi...
A Telegraph Best Book 2025 Elegant and terrifying, the story of those who gave up life in the West for Ukraines frontlines some to save democracy, some to save themselves. A modern-day Homage to Catalonia and Figh...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 21-May-2026, Paperback / softback, Kirjastus: Michael Joseph Ltd, ISBN-13: 9780241767139)
PRE-ORDER THE ACTION-PACKED STORY OF THE WWII GROUP THAT BECAME OUR SAS, FROM ONE OF THE UKS MOST STORIED SPECIAL FORCES OPERATORS A must read for any military enthusiast . . . insightful and inspirational JASON FOX A heart...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 14-May-2026, Hardback, Kirjastus: Oxford University Press, ISBN-13: 9780198917007)
Based on 8,000 newly declassified files, Fakers reveals the rise and fall of the mavericks running Britains Cold War forgery empire. Their secret mission was audacious: to disrupt and discredit adversaries across the world using phantom gro...Loe edasi...
This study reveals how the Household Division became the driving force behind Britains special forces during the Second World War. Drawing on primary sources, Charles Trumpess traces the transformation from parade ground to battlefield, showing how...Loe edasi...
Many aspire to serve with the Special Air Service, arguably the worlds most prestigious regiment, but few achieve their aim. In this inspiring memoir the author describes how he left school without any qualifications and embarked on a 30 year career...Loe edasi...
From government coverups to strange military experiments, Declassified uncovers some of the most remarkable revelations to have emerged from top secret documents in recent years.In this gripping, illustrated account, journali...Loe edasi...
An illustrated study of the development and operations of coalition and Afghan Special Operations Forces in Afghanistan from 2009 until the withdrawal in 2021. At the end of 2008, the clearly inadequate strength of the coalitions I...Loe edasi...
It is 1615, and the samurai, Japan’s elite fighting class, are at the zenith of their powers. Trained in every manner of combat, from sword-fighting and archery to karate and jujitsu, the samurai warrior is the emperor’s last line of defense against...Loe edasi...
In 1970, the SAS was called in to support the Sultan of Oman’s armed forces in their bitter struggle against a Communist-backed insurrection. This is the gripping story of the part played in the conflict by the men and squadrons of the 22nd Special A...Loe edasi...
‘A fitting tribute to Germanys clandestine warriors, and a guarantee that their extraordinary efforts have not been relegated to comparative obscurity or entirely forgotten’ - David R Higgins.Hitlers daring and pioneering Brandenburgers special for...Loe edasi...
From clandestine operations with the French and Belgian resistance, through assisting evaders after the ill-fated Arnhem operation, acting as Montgomery’s eyes during the Ardennes counteroffensive, spearheading Canadian and Polish armoured formations...Loe edasi...
Written by an authority on the Normandy battle, this book examines the battles between German airborne troops and US Army forces in July 1944....Loe edasi...
The declassified story of the U.S. Army’s elite mind science training program• Reveals the once-classified story of the most advanced biocybernautic training in the history of the U.S. Special Forces• Shares the “Jedi Warrior T...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 21-Oct-2025, Paperback / softback, Kirjastus: Little Brown and Company, ISBN-13: 9781538710906)
Instant #1 National Bestseller!“A monumental contribution to comprehending the motivation and distinguished service of American warriors. American Heroes is a book that every citizen should read.” — Association of the Uni...Loe edasi...
Drawing on unpublished first-hand accounts, this is a gripping history of the experiences of the Commandos and their unsung allies in one of the bloodiest battles of the Burma Campaign. Drawing on unpublished first-hand accounts,...Loe edasi...
From a choirboy on HMS Victory to a Royal Marine and then an early recruit of the Special Boat Service and Special Air Service, Ken Smith was a witness to many of the key events of the Second World War. Not for nothing was he often heard to say, ‘I n...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 26-Sep-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Louisiana State University Press, ISBN-13: 9780807185032)
The Road to Cisterna is the story of Darby’s Rangers, an elite American army unit in World War II, selected for toughness and specially trained in beach landings and lightning raids deep behind enemy lines. Commanded by Colonel William Orla...Loe edasi...
Phoenix Rising provides readers with two great services. First, it offers a truly unique perspective on Operation EAGLE CLAW. Additionally, it presents an excellent history of the evolution of USSOCOM. The combination of this subject matter and the...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 21-Aug-2025, Paperback / softback, Kirjastus: The History Press Ltd, ISBN-13: 9781837050208)
This is the first in-depth look at agent-handling and agent-handling operations in Northern Ireland targeting the IRAs deadliest and most professional unit, South Armagh PIRA...Loe edasi...
An insider history of Army special forces and a rare insight into the role of combat historian. An insider history of Army special forces and a rare insight into the role of combat historian. Richard Stewart was th...Loe edasi...
The first authoritative, illustrated account of Russias high-risk strike on Ukraines capital, the centerpiece of its failed 2022 invasion plan.In 2022, Vladimir Putin was convinced he could seize Kyiv, install a puppet government...Loe edasi...
This visual history sheds light on forgotten parts of World War II history through the lens of the US Marine Corps, serving everywhere outside of the Pacific.When we think of US Marine involvement in World War II, we invariably thin...Loe edasi...
Ewen Southby-Tailyours lifetime involvement with small boats, both civilian and military, began with his unusual christening and lasted until he sold his final vessel on his 80th Birthday. In between these two landmarks he sailed extensively but no...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 21-May-2026, Hardback, Kirjastus: Michael Joseph Ltd, ISBN-13: 9780241767122)
War came to North Africa in June 1940. But it was over a year before a newly-formed SAS went into action. Until then, the fight belonged to an elite, top secret band of brothers called the Long Range Desert Group.They were Britain’s fi...Loe edasi...
A Telegraph Best Book 2025 Elegant and terrifying, the story of those who gave up life in the West for Ukraines frontlines some to save democracy, some to save themselves. A modern-day Homage to Catalonia and Figh...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 21-May-2026, Paperback / softback, Kirjastus: Michael Joseph Ltd, ISBN-13: 9780241767139)
PRE-ORDER THE ACTION-PACKED STORY OF THE WWII GROUP THAT BECAME OUR SAS, FROM ONE OF THE UKS MOST STORIED SPECIAL FORCES OPERATORS A must read for any military enthusiast . . . insightful and inspirational JASON FOX A heart...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 14-May-2026, Hardback, Kirjastus: Oxford University Press, ISBN-13: 9780198917007)
Based on 8,000 newly declassified files, Fakers reveals the rise and fall of the mavericks running Britains Cold War forgery empire. Their secret mission was audacious: to disrupt and discredit adversaries across the world using phantom gro...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 07-May-2026, Hardback, Kirjastus: W H Allen, ISBN-13: 9780753561218)
At the end of 1940, Britain was under siege. Poland, Belgium, Holland, Norway and France had already fallen to Nazi rule, and the British army had been destroyed at Dunkirk. In the rubble of the Allies’ crumbled defense, Churchill’s Invairlor...Loe edasi...
A talented sportsman who struggled with academic work, young Peter Weaver was a rogue, skirting the law. When World War II broke out he was determined to play his part in full. Volunteering for the Stay Behinds, he was recruited into the SAS, parachu...Loe edasi...
This study reveals how the Household Division became the driving force behind Britains special forces during the Second World War. Drawing on primary sources, Charles Trumpess traces the transformation from parade ground to battlefield, showing how...Loe edasi...
Familiar to many from his season on the Directing Staff of Channel 4s Who Dares Wins, Melvyn Downes served in the SAS for 12 years. He has faced physical and psychological trauma. Hes lost close friends and family members. Hes experienced bullying...Loe edasi...
Many aspire to serve with the Special Air Service, arguably the worlds most prestigious regiment, but few achieve their aim. In this inspiring memoir the author describes how he left school without any qualifications and embarked on a 30 year career...Loe edasi...
