Striking Back: Britain'S Airborne & Commando Raids 1940-42

by Niall Cherry

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As the events of the Second World War fade into the distance it is important that the activities of a small band of brothers are not overlooked. In the dark days following Dunkirk in 1940, these men volunteered for what was euphemistically termed 'Special Service'. Often given very little idea of what they were letting themselves in for, they all wanted to strike back at the enemy. Later, these units evolved into the famed airborne forces and commandos who went on to take a major part in operations such as D-Day, Arnhem and the crossing of the Rhine.
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  • ISBN10 1906033412
  • ISBN13 9781906033415
  • Publish Date 15 February 2010 (first published 15 April 2009)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Helion & Company
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 432
  • Language English