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LONG RANGE DESERT GROUP holds a strong claim to being the first special forces unit in the British army. This exceptional illustrated history follows the LRDG from its formation in July 1940 as the LONG RANGE PATROL in North Africa, with a mission to gather intelligence, map, and reconnoiter deep behind enemy lines. Initially manned by New Zealanders, in 1940 the unit became the LRDG with members from British Guards and Cavalry battalions and Rhodesians.
The success of LRDG patrols was so great that when the Special Air Services were formed, they often relied on their navigation and tactical skills to accomplish their missions.
After the victory in North Africa, the LRDG moved to Lebanon before being dispatched on the ill-fated mission to the Dodecanese in the Aegean.
Serving independently, when the Germans seized British garrisons, many of the LRDG personnel escaped using their honed skills.
Many images in this first illustrated history of the LRDG were taken unofficially by serving members. The result is an excellent record of the LRDG's achievements, personalities, weapons, and vehicles, which will excite both enthusiasts and experts. Pages: 224, Dimensions: 18.9x18.9cm
Manufacturer
- Author
- Brendan O'Carroll
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books
- Skroutz Book Awards 2025
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- Type
- General History
- Theme
- World History, Historical Archives
- Language
- English
- Subtitle
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- Cover
- Soft
- Number of Pages
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- ISBN-13
- 9781526777416
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