Of Courage and Determination
The First Special Service Force, "The Devil's Brigade," 194244
Will be published approx. on 5. September 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
408 pages
978-1-4597-0964-5 (ISBN)
Description
An Allied unit comprised of Canadian and American troops, the First Special Service Force or "Devil's Brigade" struck fear into the very heart of the Axis.
In the dark, early days of the Second World War, the Allies found themselves with their backs against the wall. With their armies, tactics, doctrine, and equipment in tatters, the Allies turned to special operations forces to carry the fight to the Axis enemy until their conventional forces could be built up once again. Specially selected and trained, these forces struck fear into the hearts of the enemy. One such unit, the First Special Service Force (FSSF) or Devil's Brigade, was created for a hazardous mission in Norway. This unique formation was composed of both Americans and Canadians who served side by side without distinction of nationality.
A killer elite, the FSSF consistently demonstrated courage and determination and earned itself an unrivaled combat record at Monte la Difensa and Anzio in Italy and in the invasion of southern France.
In the dark, early days of the Second World War, the Allies found themselves with their backs against the wall. With their armies, tactics, doctrine, and equipment in tatters, the Allies turned to special operations forces to carry the fight to the Axis enemy until their conventional forces could be built up once again. Specially selected and trained, these forces struck fear into the hearts of the enemy. One such unit, the First Special Service Force (FSSF) or Devil's Brigade, was created for a hazardous mission in Norway. This unique formation was composed of both Americans and Canadians who served side by side without distinction of nationality.
A killer elite, the FSSF consistently demonstrated courage and determination and earned itself an unrivaled combat record at Monte la Difensa and Anzio in Italy and in the invasion of southern France.
Reviews / Votes
This is an intrinsically suspenseful story of personal and collective valour in a high-stakes setting where the greater cause - the defeat of tyranny - validates all risk. * Ontario Historical Society Bulletin * A well-researched book that chronicles this unit's short yet unique existence. -- Esprit de CorpsMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Toronto
Canada
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Paperback (trade)
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Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 249 mm
Width: 178 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
862 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4597-0964-5 (9781459709645)
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Bernd Horn | Michel Wyczynski
Of Courage and Determination
The First Special Service Force, "The Devil's Brigade," 1942-44
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06/2013
1st Edition
Dundurn Press
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Colonel Bernd Horn is an experienced Canadian Forces infantry officer and military educator. He has authored, co-authored, or edited more than 35 books, including No Easy Task: Fighting in Afghanistan and No Lack of Courage: Operation Medusa, Afghanistan. Dr. Horn lives in Kingston, Ontario.
Michel Wyczynski has worked at Library and Archives Canada for more than three decades, primarily in political and military archives. With Colonel Horn, he co-authored Tip of the Spear and Paras Versus the Reich. He lives in Ottawa, Ontario.
Michel Wyczynski has worked at Library and Archives Canada for more than three decades, primarily in political and military archives. With Colonel Horn, he co-authored Tip of the Spear and Paras Versus the Reich. He lives in Ottawa, Ontario.