Items related to 32 Battalion
Synopsis
Originally formed in order to lend support to the FNLA and UNITA in the Angolan war, 32 Battalion quickly gained the reputation of being an unconventional, secretive, yet highly effective group. Written by a man who was intimately involved with the unit and served as its Regimental Sergeant Major for two years, the book aims to explode the myths surrounding the legendary 32 and set the record straight. It records how and why 32 Battalion was formed, explores its unique identity forged by the men who fought in it, details the many operations in which they participated, and concludes with its eventual disbandment at the dawn of a new South Africa.
What they did, and how they did it, would earn this controversial group official recognition as the best fighting unit in the South African Army since World War II. This book’s unembellished, factual reporting will fill a big gap in the highly popular military genre.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Piet Nortje joined the SADF Permanent Force in 1978 and rose rapidly through the ranks in 32 Battalion. In 1985 he was appointed as the unit’s Regimental Sergeant Major, the youngest RSM ever in the SADF. Although his involvement with 32 Battalion came to an end in 1988, he continued to serve in the SANDF until his resignation in 2005. He is now a major in the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces. He is the author of 32 Battalion, The Terrible Ones and The Battle of Savate.
Review
This South African Defence Force unit called 32nd Battalion was formed in 1975 to combat Marxist MPLA and Cuban troops. Those had turned the Angloan civil war into one of the many proxy wars between east and west during the Cold War era. Author Piet Nortje served with this elite unit for ten years, rising through the ranks to eventually become Regimental Sergeant Major. Fearing the history of this top-secret unit would be lost, Nortje took it upon himself to write the story. Using newly declassified documents, official records and personal accounts, the author put together a very readable and detailed history. Generous use of maps and photos helps tell the story of "the best SADF fighting unit since the Second World War. (Books Plus, Women in the Arts)
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherZebra Press
- Publication date2011
- ISBN 10 1868729141
- ISBN 13 9781868729142
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages352
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 17.47
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
32 Battalion
Seller: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_411435967
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion The Inside Story
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00069879631
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion
Seller: Goodwill Industries, Spokane, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Condition: GOOD - Used with some wear from use. May include stickers on cover, missing or wear to dustcover, inside cover, spine, slight curled corners, stains, and wear to the fore edge. All orders ship via UPS Mail Innovations - can take up to 14 business days from first scan to be delivered. Seller Inventory # 4J2HM0006F2I
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion
Seller: HPB-Diamond, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_411448845
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion
Published by
Penguin Random House South Africa, 2011
ISBN 10: 1868729141
ISBN 13: 9781868729142
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 11718109-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion
Seller: Book Deals, Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. Shows only minor signs of wear, and very minimal markings inside (if any). 1. Seller Inventory # 353-1868729141-vrg
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion
Seller: Books Unplugged, Amherst, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Buy with confidence! Book is in good condition with minor wear to the pages, binding, and minor marks within 1. Seller Inventory # bk1868729141xvz189zvxgdd
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion
Published by
Zebra Press July 2011, 2011
ISBN 10: 1868729141
ISBN 13: 9781868729142
Used
Trade Paperback
Seller: Firefly Bookstore, Kutztown, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Trade Paperback. Condition: Used Very Good. Light wear to cover, slightly bumped corners, pages clean and unmarked. Firefly sells new and used books through our store front. We try to add a detailed description to as many titles as possible. If you have questions regarding this title, please contact us. Photos available on request. Seller Inventory # 363552
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion: The Inside Story of South Africa's Elite Fighting Unit
Published by
Zebra Press, Cape Town, 2009
ISBN 10: 1868729141
ISBN 13: 9781868729142
Used
Trade Paperback
Seller: Black Sheep Books, Jacksonville, FL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Trade Paperback. Condition: Near Fine. Very light bumping at the tips, otherwise a tight, clean copy. Originally formed in order to lend support to the FNLA and UNITA in the Angolan war, 32 Battalion quickly gained the reputation of being an unconventional, secretive, yet highly effective group. Written by a man who was intimately involved with the unit and served as its Regimental Sergeant Major for two years, the book aims to explode the myths surrounding the legendary 32 and set the record straight. It records how and why 32 Battalion was formed, explores its unique identity forged by the men who fought in it, details the many operations in which they participated, and concludes with its eventual disbandment at the dawn of a new South Africa. What they did, and how they did it, would earn this controversial group official recognition as the best fighting unit in the South African Army since World War II. This book's unembellished, factual reporting will fill a big gap in the highly popular military genre. Seller Inventory # 004140
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
32 Battalion: The Inside Story of South Africa's Elite Fighting Unit
Published by
Zebra Press, South Africa, 2007
ISBN 10: 1868729141
ISBN 13: 9781868729142
Used
Trade Paperback
Seller: Emily's Books, Brainerd, MN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Trade Paperback. Condition: Good-. The covers have moderate wear and there is light soiling to the pge edges. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 046331
Quantity: 1 available