Royal Marines Commandos: The Inside Story of a Force for the Future - Hardcover

Parker, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0755314859 ISBN 13: 9780755314850

Publisher: Headline Book Publishing, 2007

Synopsis

The Royal Marines were originally formed under the auspices of the Royal Navy to guard its sailing ships from harm. They are proud of their history and origins but the Navy heritage is fading. John Parker's new book charts how the units have moved away from their nautical beginnings to develop, over time, into the most versatile force in the British military, containing one of their most elite brigades. This history deals with events associated with the Royal Marines and subsequently in their commando role, starring in all of the major conflicts in which the UK became embroiled, including Italy, Malaysia, Cyprus, the Borneo confrontation with Indonesia, and more recently, Afghanistan.

About this title

About the Author:

John Parker, a journalist and former Fleet Street editor, has undertaken many investigative projects in his writing career with topics ranging from the Mafia to Northern Ireland. His numerous books include several military bestsellers including THE GURKHAS, DEATH OF A HERO and SBS: THE INSIDE STORY OF THE SPECIAL BOAT SERVICE.

About this edition

• Publisher: Headline Book Publishing
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0755314859
• ISBN 13: 9780755314850
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 384