Leave no man behind : liberation and capture missions / by David Isby
2004, First Edition. London : Weidenfeld and Nicolson. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dw, now mylar-sleeved. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered.; 416 pages; Description: 416 p. : ill., maps ; 24 cm. Includes bibliographical references (p. [381]-395) and index. Subjects: United States --Army --Special Forces --Search and rescue operations --History. Summary: 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. Item #155661
ISBN: 0297846744
Price: €9.95