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

Joseph A. Springer

ISBN 10: 0935553509 / ISBN 13: 9780935553505

Published by Pacifica Military History, 2001

About this Item

This is a WWII Solid and Square hardback in Near Fine condition with a Very Good+ jacket. c2001, Book Club Edition. This Black board book is very bright. It is in Wonderful Condition both inside and out looks very, very lightly read. The cover is very bright and very clean. Very nice edges. The spine ends have a reading wrinkle. The pages are tight and bright and unmarked. No names or marks. The jacket e is also in Nice condition with very light shelf wear and a little light edge wrinkle. Very Nice Illustrations! 297 pages. All books are securely packaged and Promptly Mailed.#23630-1125.

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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: Hardcover
• Edition: Book Club Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • World War II Books

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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."