The Black Devil Brigade: The True Story of the First Special Service Force in World War II, An Oral History

Springer, Joseph A.

ISBN 10: 0935553509 / ISBN 13: 9780935553505

Published by Pacifica Military History, 2001

About this Item

297p. Signed, dated and inscribed to previous owner by Springer on ffep. Contents are otherwise unmarked with some b/w photos. Black cloth boards are clean with red gilt lettering on spine and corners lightly bumped. Binding is slightly canted but tight with hinges securely attached. Blue jacket is glossy with minor edge wear, sticker covering isbn, and a crease on inner flap.

Seller Inventory # 112570

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Black Devil Brigade: The True Story of the First Special Service Force in World War II, An Oral History
• Publisher: Pacifica Military History
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0935553509
• ISBN 13: 9780935553505
• Binding: 8vo Hardcover
• Edition: Signed.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • MILITARY
  • WAR

About this title

Synopsis

This is a story told by heroes who, in context of their mission and performance in combat in World War II, lived and fought in an environment where conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in the face of enemy fire were the day-to-day norm. For many, the name First Special Service Force resonates like the clash of swords. To the Canadian and American soldiers who served under the Force's two flags, the name denotes a combat elite that they themselves created. To the enemy soldiers who knew well the Force's lethal audacity, the name evoked admiration, awe, and fear. Here for the first time the soldiers of the legendary First Special Service Force set the record straight, in their own words.

Review

"A terrific story of adventure, daring, and rough combat. It's essential reading for the history of special forces."