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The cornerstone volume on the Australian SAS. SAS: A Pictorial History of the Australian Special Air Service 1957-1997' was published to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of the formation of the Australian SAS. From the first chapter in which Major General Neville Smethurst encapsulates the early days of the unit to the last chapter, in which the Blackhawk tragedy of 1996 is a finale, the book details in over a thousand pictures the day to day life of the Australian SAS Soldier. Author Mick Malone served in the SASR from 1967 to 1992 from Trooper to Captain with postings to the Royal Military College Duntroon (WO2 Field Wing) to RSM of First Commando Regiment (awarded OAM 1989) on the way past. Major General Neville Smethurst graduated from the Royal Military College, Duntroon in December 1956 and was allotted to the Royal Australian Infantry. He saw service in Malaya, Borneo and the Arctic before Joining the 7th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment in January, 1969. He arrived in South Vietnam with his battalion in February 1970. As the Battalion Second-in-Command, Major Smethurst has set a high example of leadership and impeccable performance of duty. His energy, thoroughness and loyalty have earned the respect of all ranks of his Battalion. On a number of occasions, he has, during the absence of the Commanding Officer, assumed command of the Battalion and shown sound judgement and quick positive action during a number of contacts with the enemy. Major Smethurst commanded an Infantry Company for a period of three months on continuous operations. During this period, the company constructed a deliberate attack on a large enemy bunker system in the Song Rai area. The planning, command and execution of this operation were faultless, and have been used since as a pattern for similar attacks. His example and devotion to duty throughout the whole of his tour in South Vietnam reflect great credit upon himself, his Battalion and the Australian Army.
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- PublisherImprimatur Books
- Publication date1998
- ISBN 10 0864451148
- ISBN 13 9780864451149
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages416
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SAS: A Pictorial History of the Australian Special Air Force 1957 - 1997.
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Access Press, Perth, Northbridge, 1997
ISBN 10: 0864451148
ISBN 13: 9780864451149
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1st ed. Hardback quarto, no jacket, very good condition, pictorial green cover, illustrated endpapers, black & white text-photos, glossy paper, small scuff top spine, top corner tip front cover little bumped, minor edgewear, owner name & address label spine & front free flyleaf. 416 pp. (This copy: Hardcover edition, Access Press, 1997, which has the same ISBN as the paperback edition of 1998.) This book celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the Special Air Service Regiment (SAS), undertaken by the National Secretariat of the Australian Special Air Force Association. The book details, in over 1000 captioned pictures, the day to day life of the SAS soldier, at home in Australia and on overseas service in Vietnam, the Himalayas and elsewhere. The first chapter shows the history of the unit. The last chapter is about the Blackhawk tragedy of 1996 in Somalia. This first edition, edited by M. J. Malone, is the result of years of research and collection. Published in a limited edition of 1500 copies. The editor is a former SAS officer, holder of the Order of Australia Medal (OAM), and now a rare book dealer. (The former owner, Jack Fletcher of Bungendore, was a senior SAS officer. His written details are on the front free flyleaf & spine label.). Seller Inventory # 41210
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SAS : A Pictorial History of the Australian Special Air Service 1957 - 1997 : A 40th Anniversary Project undertake by the National Secretary of the Australian Special Air Service Association
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Access Print , Northbride . Western Australia, 1997
ISBN 10: 0864451148
ISBN 13: 9780864451149
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Book condition is fine. RARE BOOK. Hard cover book. No Dust Jacket. Front and back of book boards clean. Book block clean. Spine intact. Excellent condition. This book published in a Limited edition of 1500 copies with 150 copies deluxe leather bound in Western Australia Emu Hide, Numbered and in slip case. Extra Attention this book is NOT with Emu Hide. This book is book which no military historian can afford to be without it commemorates the 40th Anniversary of the information of the Australian Special Air Service. From the First chapter, in which an excellent introduction by Major General Neville Smethurst encapsulates the history of the unit, to the last chapter in which the Blackhawk Tragedy on 1996 is an finale, the book details, in over a thousand captioned pictures, the day to day life of the S.A.S. Appalling conditions on patrol in Vietnam and other places, awesome experiences mountaineering in the Himalayas and elsewhere, the dreadful poverty of the people inm the third world countries, happy days in various canteens, the contribution of the wives of the servicemen through the Ladies Auxiliary, an Honour Roll for those services have been officially recognised, and an in Memoriam for those no longer present at roll call, it is all here an In this mammoth work, result of years of research and collection. Mick Malone, who edited the work, served in the SASR from 1967 to 1992 from Tropper to Captain with posting to the Royal Military College, Duntroon (WO2) and RSM of the 1st Commando Regiment (awarded OAM,1989) on the past. He is currently the Administrator of The Arm Museum of W.A, and deals in antiquarian military books. EXCELLENT CONDITION AND RARE. Seller Inventory # ABE-1653982713573
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Hardback. 1997, Limited edition. A fine, unmarked copy that has been SIGNED (not inscribed) by the author on the half title page. This copy is one of a limited edition of only 1500 copies. Scans available if required. Seller Inventory # 20358544
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