(Ebook) The Complete History Of The SAS (2021 Updated Version) by Nigel McCrery ISBN 9781787396876, 1787396878

(Ebook) The Complete History Of The SAS (2021 Updated Version) by Nigel McCrery ISBN 9781787396876, 1787396878

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.Written By well-known author Nigel McCrery, This updated version has material in it by former SAS Members Barry Davies BEM and Andy Mcnab.Nigel McCrery was a UK policeman but left to study History and went on to work for the BBC's drama department. He is best known for his work on BBCTVs 'Silent Witness' and 'New Tricks' as well as the award-winning book All The King's Men. He has written several crime novels, including the Detective Inspector Lapslie series and stand alone novels based on the TV series 'Silent Witness'. He has currently been working in the field of Military History with Pen & Sword Books & Resides in the UK.Barry Davies British Empire Medal (BEM) (1944-2016) served in the British Army from 1962-1985. He served with the SAS from 1966 and was awarded the BEM in 1977 for his participation in the Hostage Rescue at Mogadishu after a Passenger Jet was hijacked with 91 Passengers on board belonging to Lufthansa Airlines. Up to the time of his death in Spain he was considered to be the Unofficial SAS Historian and has written several books on his time serving in the Army as well as on the history of the SAS.Originally published in 2004, this is the completely updated 2021 version which has lots of new material included.