Leave No Man Behind: Us Special Forces Raids and Rescues from 1945 to the Gulf War

Isby, David C.

ISBN 10: 0297846744 / ISBN 13: 9780297846741

Published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson Ltd, 2004

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Leave No Man Behind: Us Special Forces Raids and Rescues from 1945 to the Gulf War
• Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson Ltd
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0297846744
• ISBN 13: 9780297846741
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: good

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Synopsis

Relive a dozen of the most exciting and dangerous missions ever carried out by U.S. military forces. From the Philippines in 1945 to modern-day Iraq and the mesmerizing rescue of Pfc. Jessica Lynch, here are thrilling stories of operations to free prisoners and to capture enemies. These fascinating accounts will transport readers to Korea, Vietnam, Iran, Panama, Somalia, Afghanistan, and other hot spots. Join the courageous fighting forces on the ground and see how meticulous planning, solid intelligence, speed, and surprise are essential to success in situations with little margin for error or improvisation.

About the Author

David C Isby is a Washington-based attorney/defence analyst who contributed to THE TIMES HISTORY OF WAR and writes regularly for JANE'S DEFENCE INTELLIGENCE REVIEW and many other professional military publications. He is accused by the KGB as a 'CIA stooge with whom accounts will be settled'.