This one-volume encyclopedia contains a complete A-Z of special forces tactics world-wide, including those of the SAS and a collection of accounts of forces operations since 1945. The book contains a step-by-step guide to their tactics. It covers raids and ambushes deep behind enemy lines to tracking, first aid, hostage rescue, navigation and wilderness survival in any terrain on earth, from the high Arctic to tropical jungles. It also includes true accounts of special forces operations since 1939, including action in the Falklands, Vietnam, Oman, Iran, China, Africa and Europe.
Jon E. Lewis is a historian and writer, whose books on history and military history
are sold worldwide. He is also editor of many The Mammoth Book of anthologies, including the bestselling On the Edge and Endurance and Adventure.
He holds graduate and postgraduate degrees in history. His work has appeared in New Statesman, the Independent, Time Out and the Guardian. He lives in Herefordshire with his partner and children.
Praise for his previous books:
England: The Autobiography:
'A triumph' Saul David, author of Victoria's Army
The British Soldier: The Autobiography:
'this thoughtful compilation . . . almost unbearably moving.' Guardian
'Compelling tommy's eye view of war.' Daily Telegraph
'What a book. Five stars.' Daily Express