Items related to Fighting Brigadier: The Life of Brigadier James Hill...
In the 1930s James Hill was forced to leave the Army because he was under 26 when he married. Recalled to the colors, he won his MC with the BEF in 1940. He was one of the first to volunteer for airborne forces and became second-in-command of 1 PARA. He was in the thick of the expansion of Airborne forces in 1941-42 and took command of 1 PARA in North Africa, winning his first DSO. He converted 10th Bn The Essex Regiment to 9 PARA and later in 1943 took command of 3 Parachute Brigade, playing a major role in the D-Day Landings. Wounded twice, his Brigade captured the key Merville Battery.
The Brigade recovered to England in September 1944 before returning to Europe to contain the German winter Bulge offensive. In March 1945 his Brigade played a key role in the Rhine Crossing and raced east to block the Russian advance on Denmark.
Post war Brigadier Hill was a leading figure in the Parachute Regiment and revered by fellow Paras. He died in 2006.
The Brigade recovered to England in September 1944 before returning to Europe to contain the German winter Bulge offensive. In March 1945 his Brigade played a key role in the Rhine Crossing and raced east to block the Russian advance on Denmark.
Post war Brigadier Hill was a leading figure in the Parachute Regiment and revered by fellow Paras. He died in 2006.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Peter Harclerode was a serving officer in the Guards and Paras. He is a much published author who concentrates on Special Forces. He lives in Suffolk.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherPen and Sword Military
- Publication date2010
- ISBN 10 1848842147
- ISBN 13 9781848842144
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages224
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 24.34
Shipping:
US$ 4.00
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Fighting Brigadier: The Life of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Pen and Sword Military
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. New. Fast Shipping and good customer service. Seller Inventory # Holz_New_1848842147
Buy New
US$ 24.34
Convert currency
Seller Image
Fighting Brigadier: The Life of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Barnsley : Pen & Sword
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Original black boards, gilt lettered spine, dust jacket, illustrated with b/w photographs, 8vo. Seller Inventory # 238556
Buy New
US$ 15.15
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fighting Brigadier: The Life of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Pen and Sword Military
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: new. Seller Inventory # FrontCover1848842147
Buy New
US$ 29.65
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fighting Brigadier: The Life of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Pen and Sword Military
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # think1848842147
Buy New
US$ 31.99
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fighting Brigadier: The Life of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Pen & Sword Military
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 6
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. First Edition. 1st UK Edition. New copy picked straight from printer's box. COVID/BREXIT/ROYAL MAIL STRIKES MAY MEAN DELAYS IN TRANSIT. Priority orders will be dispatched by Royal Mail TRACKED 24 or courier (particularly if over 2kg). Standard mail will be dispatched by Royal Mail TRACKED 48 (up to 2kg), heavier items by courier . Overseas orders will be dispatched by Royal Mail International.Tracked. PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR MY PRIVACY POLICY. Seller Inventory # mon0000008077
Buy New
US$ 16.71
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fighting Brigadier: The Life of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Pen and Sword Military
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Book is in NEW condition. Seller Inventory # 1848842147-2-1
Buy New
US$ 43.99
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fighting Brigadier: The Life of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Pen and Sword Military
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published. Seller Inventory # 353-1848842147-new
Buy New
US$ 44.00
Convert currency
Seller Image
FIGHTING BRIGADIER : THE LIFE OF BRIGADIER JAMES HILL, DSO** MC
Published by
Pen & Sword
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. New hardback copies at a reduced price. ; The life and wartime campaigns of the founding father of The Parachute Regiment. From North Africa to Normandy, the Ardennes, Rhine Crossing and advance to the Baltic. Illustrations & maps. ; 214 pages. Seller Inventory # 75753
Buy New
US$ 11.56
Convert currency
Stock Image
Fighting Brigadier: The Life & Campaigns of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Pen & Sword Military
(2011)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 240 pages. 9.29x6.06x1.02 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # zk1848842147
Buy New
US$ 42.81
Convert currency
Seller Image
Fighting Brigadier - The Life & Campaigns of Brigadier James Hill DSO** MC
Published by
Pen and Sword Military, UK
(2010)
ISBN 10: 1848842147
ISBN 13: 9781848842144
New
Hardcover
First Edition
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. 1st Edition. Brand New. First Edition / First Print. Hardback copy in black cloth boards with gold gilt lettering to spine. Unclipped dustjacket in new removable protective clear sleeve. 214pp. B/w photographs and maps. (27/7). Seller Inventory # ABE-1629980381218
Buy New
US$ 19.29
Convert currency