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The Elite

The Story of Special Forces – From Ancient Sparta to the Gulf War
Product Number: D6490
Released: 01 Mar, 2020
Business Term: Purchase
ISBN: #9781528880077
Narrator(s): Peter Noble
Publisher: W F Howes
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Inspired by the heroic war time escapades of his father, as well as drawing on his own experiences in the special forces, acclaimed adventurer Sir Ranulph Fiennes thrillingly explores the history of elite military units, from ancient Sparta to the War on Terror. Elite military units have frequently been immortalised on the big screen, and in computer games, for their daring deeds. Whether it be fighting on the battlefield, storming castles, rescuing hostages, high stakes reconnaissance missions or the assassination of enemy leaders, these are the men who are relied upon to undertake dangerous missions of the highest stakes. While celebrating the heroics of groups such as the SAS and Navy Seals, Sir Ranulph also reveals the true stories of infamous organisations such as The Assassins and Templar Knights. Uncovering their origins, and examining their weapons and tactics, Sir Ranulph showcases these units most famous missions, and reveals the men behind them. Showing incredible courage, these units have also changed the course of history along the way. While these units traditionally prefer to operate in the shadows, Sir Ranulph brings their remarkable histories to the fore, told with his trademark ability to weave a story which has seen him become one of Britain’s most beloved bestselling authors.

Author(s): Ranulph Fiennes
Original Publish Date: 01 Mar, 2020

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Author(s): Ranulph Fiennes
Narrator(s): Peter Noble
Product Number CX5751
Released: 01 Mar, 2020
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Publisher: W F Howes
ISBN: #9781528880053
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Author(s): Ranulph Fiennes
Narrator(s): Peter Noble
Product Number MPCD4601
Released: 01 Mar, 2020
Business Term: Purchase
Publisher: W F Howes
ISBN: #9781528880060

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