The Long Range Desert Group in North Africa

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Formed in July 1940 for reconnaissance and intelligence gathering behind enemy lines, the Long Range Desert Group was the first British special force unit. In no time the LRDG earned itself an enviable reputation for deep penetration patrols into German and Italian held territory. Its successes on prolonged missions into harsh terrain and under extreme climatic conditions were out of all proportion to its size. …

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Résumé

Formed in July 1940 for reconnaissance and intelligence gathering behind enemy lines, the Long Range Desert Group was the first British special force unit. In no time the LRDG earned itself an enviable reputation for deep penetration patrols into German and Italian held territory. Its successes on prolonged missions into harsh terrain and under extreme climatic conditions were out of all proportion to its size.

Wide-ranging military skills, including exceptional navigation techniques, and the highest standards of discipline and leadership were required from all ranks. Many of the previously unpublished and well captioned images in this comprehensive and well researched book come from the collections of LRDG veterans. They show the weapons, equipment, uniforms and insignia used and, together with personal accounts and operational reports, bring to life the extraordinary achievements of this legendary unit.

The result is a fascinating record of the LRDG’s contribution to the Allied victory in North Africa.

Brendan O’Carroll (Author)

Détails produit : livre souple, livre en anglais, 9781399030922, 300 mono illustrations, livre neuf, disponible sous 15-20 jours.

Caractéristiques

Poids 0.642 kg
Dimensions 17.2 × 24.6 cm
Date de parution

25 Mar 2025

Langue

anglais

Nombre de pages

256 pages

EAN13 ou ISBN

9781399030922

Éditeur

Pen & Sword