We Were the First: The Unit History of No. 1 Independent Company

Alexander McNab

Published by Australian Military History Publications, 1991

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WE WERE THE FIRST: The Unit History of No. 1 Independent Company
Alexander McNab
First Edition ? 1998

A scarce and highly sought-after Australian WWII unit history, documenting the men and operations of No. 1 Independent Company, the pioneering Australian special forces unit and forerunner of the Australian Commando units that fought throughout the Pacific War.

Written by Alexander ?Sandy? McNab, We Were the First records the formation, training, deployment and wartime experiences of No. 1 Independent Company and the men who volunteered for this new and unconventional form of warfare.

The Independent Companies were established to operate behind enemy lines using commando tactics, reconnaissance, raids, sabotage and guerrilla warfare. Their development represented a major departure from conventional Australian Army operations and laid the foundations for Australia's later Commando Squadrons.

No. 1 Independent Company has a particularly fascinating history. Its members were among Australia's earliest specially trained commandos and served in the islands to Australia's north during the critical opening stages of the Pacific War.

This 1998 First Edition is an important reference for collectors and researchers interested in:

Australian Commandos and Special Forces
Independent Companies
Australian Army unit histories
WWII Pacific operations
Australian military history
Special operations and guerrilla warfare

These specialised Australian unit histories were produced in relatively small numbers and are becoming increasingly difficult to obtain, particularly in collectible condition.

Book Details

Title: We Were the First: The Unit History of No. 1 Independent Company
Author: Alexander McNab
Publisher: Australian Military History Publications
Year: 1998
Edition: First Edition
Pages: 242
Subject: Australian Army / No. 1 Independent Company / Commandos / WWII

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A scarce First Edition Australian WWII Commando unit history and an excellent addition to any serious collection of Australian military, Special Forces or unit histories.

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Title: We Were the First: The Unit History of No. 1 Independent Company
Publisher: Australian Military History Publications
Publication Date: 1991
Edition: 1st Edition
Condition: Good

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