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SAS Great Escapes

SAS Great Escapes

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SAS Great Escapes tells the story of seven daring escapes executed by the SAS during WWII. Readers join individual escapees and experience events through their own words, taken from contemporaneous diaries, mission reports, debriefings, and letters. These tales of almost unbelievable derring-do reveal the most desperate of times, when men were cornered by the enemy and forced to fight their way out of certain death or capture.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 352 pages
\n Publication date: 27 May 2021
\n Publisher: Quercus Publishing
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SAS Great Escapes is a captivating book that delves into the remarkable stories of seven daring escapes executed by the renowned SAS during World War II. Written in the style of renowned author Damien Lewis, the book takes readers on a thrilling and heart-pounding journey, allowing them to experience the events firsthand through the eyes of the individual escapees.

The tales of these heroic escapades unfold in a series of nail-biting, rollercoaster rides that capture the essence of war and the human spirit. Each escape story is unique, filled with suspense, drama, and bravery. Readers are taken into the heart of the action, as they join the escapees on their perilous journeys and witness the most terrifying and exhilarating moments of their lives.

These escapes were not just acts of defiance against the enemy; they were a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the unwavering determination of the SAS to survive. Men were cornered by the enemy, with no way out, and were forced to fight their way out of certain death or capture. Every decision they made, every movement they made, carried the possibility of discovery.

The book also sheds light on the political and strategic implications of these escapes. The SAS was a highly secretive military force, and their operations were shrouded in mystery. These escapes not only embarrassed the enemy but also provided valuable intelligence to the Allied forces, helping them to plan their next moves and ultimately win the war.

SAS Great Escapes is a must-read for anyone who loves history, adventure, and the human spirit. It is a testament to the bravery and resilience of the SAS and the incredible sacrifices that were made during World War II. Through the stories of these seven escapees, readers are reminded of the power of hope, determination, and the human spirit to overcome even the most impossible odds.

\n Weight: 662g\n
Dimension: 164 x 240 x 35 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781787475281\n \n

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