SAS Action in Africa : Terrorists, Poachers & Civil War C Squadron Operations: 1968–1980
(2020)

Nonfiction

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PUBLISHED
[United States] : Pen & Sword Military, 2020
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1 online resource (208 pages)

ISBN/ISSN
9781526760852 MWT13771643, 1526760851 13771643
LANGUAGE
English
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This gripping action-packed book is the eagerly awaited sequel to the Secret SAS Missions in Africa. C Squadron SAS, comprising dedicated battle-hardened veterans, operated against ruthless terrorist groups, trained and equipped by the Chinese and Russians between 1968 and 1980. The author, who rose to be the Squadron Second-in-Command, is superbly qualified to tell the inside story of their daring and deadly operations undertaken regardless of international borders in former Southern Rhodesia, Zambia, Angola and Mozambique. These include actively supporting Renamo, who were bitterly opposed to the Marxist/Leninist Frelimo regime in Mozambique. Operation DINGO, the Squadron's largest mission, destroyed a large ZANU training base and almost tipped the balance of power against Mugabe. We learn the story behind the shooting down of two civilian aircraft in what is now Zimbabwe and the special force follow-up to exact revenge. Also described are anti-poaching operations against breakaway groups intent on trading ivory and rhino horns. With its fast pace, colorful characters and behind-the-lines operations, SAS Action in Africa is a superb and thrilling read

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