The Complete History of the SAS

The Complete History of the SAS

by Barry Davies (Consultant Editor), Barry Davies (Consultant Editor), Nigel McCreary (Author)

Synopsis

The Special Air Service (SAS) is a household name, both at home and abroad. When its soldiers do battle, news of it spreads like wildfire. SAS actions are normally swift, and very hard-hitting. This text is a comprehensive reference of all aspects concerning the SAS.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 224
Edition: 01
Publisher: Carlton Books Ltd
Published: 01 Oct 2007

ISBN 10: 1844422275
ISBN 13: 9781844422272

Author Bio
Nigel McCreary 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 and Silent Witness, both of which he wrote successful tie-in books to. Consultant Editor Barry Davies joined the Welsh Guards in 1962. He then joined the SAS and stayed for 18 years, during which time he was involved in skirmishes that covered the globe. He saw action in the Oman War, South-East Asia and South America, as well as closer to home in Northern Ireland. He played a key role in the Mogadishu Hijack, assisting the German government. He was awarded the British Empire Medal. Since leaving the forces, Davies has written many books, consulted for television and worked for, amongst others, antiterrorist equipment developers. He lives in Spain.