Pen & Sword have just informed us of some new books which members might find of interest.
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From US Marine to Provincial Military Governor in Iraq by Col David Wayne Couvillon “If anything happens, it’s your responsibility.” With those stark words, Lt. Col. David Couvillon and the 3rd Battalion, 23rd Marines entered Iraq’s Wasit Province after the 2003 invasion—trained for combat, but suddenly charged with governing 1.5 million people. With no guidance beyond a 60‑year‑old manual, Couvillon became the region’s accidental military governor, tasked with restoring order, rebuilding a broken society, and protecting his 900 Marines. From US Marine to Provincial Military Governor in Iraq reveals how an unprepared battalion met an impossible mission with courage, improvisation, and humanity. From tribal negotiations to insurgent threats, it’s a gripping true story about leadership under fire—and the search for hope amid chaos. £20.00 |
SAS: Secret War by Tony Jeapes
In 1970, the SAS entered one of its most demanding missions: supporting the Sultan of Oman against a fierce, Communist-backed insurgency. SAS: Secret War reveals the extraordinary story of the first full 22nd Special Air Service Regiment squadron deployed to the region—and the commander who not only led them in battle but also built the first bands of Dhofari irregulars to fight for their homeland. Told by the man who lived it, this gripping account offers a rare, inside look at one of the twentieth century’s most successful counter‑insurgency campaigns. It’s a story of ingenuity, endurance, and the hidden war fought in the mountains and deserts of Oman—where a small force made a decisive difference. £14.39
Sherwood Boys by Dr Michael Somerville
Sherwood Boys: Biography of a Battalion traces the extraordinary wartime journey of the 2/5th Sherwood Foresters—young, untested Derbyshire Territorials who became a seasoned fighting force capable of standing against the Wehrmacht. Drawn from more than 150 personal accounts and official records, this first volume follows the battalion from its 1939 formation through Dunkirk, rebuilding in Britain, and hard‑won triumph in North Africa. More than a chronicle of battles, it’s an intimate portrait of ordinary men asked to endure the unimaginable. Their training, terror, resilience, captivity, and eventual peace form a powerful testament to the British soldier’s experience. Written as a tribute, it brings to life a battalion that rose to meet history with courage and grit. £20.00
They also have numerous military books in their January sale, with savings of up to 50% on they RRPS (T&C apply). Follow the link to find out more.