A detailed first hand account of the battle for Mount Longdon told from the personal viewpoints of the officers, NCOs and private soldiers ( or 'Toms' ) who took part (one of whom was the author). Lots of technical detail and gritty narrative. If you want to know what it was like to take part in this bloody and costly battle this is the book to read. An honest and personal tribute to the brave men of 3 Para who fought and died in this far flung corner of the world...'We will remember them'.
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For anyone interested in the Falklands War and in particular the battle for Mt Longdon this is the definitive account : no other book written about this phase of the final days of the war gives the perspective that James O'Connell can provide; a veteran of the battle, he tells the story of 'how it was' and provides the reader with a compelling narrative which demands your attention until the very last page. A remarkable book..
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This is a truly painful and true account of that dark and cold place miles away . Which against all odds the parachute regiment pulled through together . Despite losses . This book is a true tale in there own words ! Amazing read !
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A true account of the battle for mount longdon by a former veteran .Tough and gritty, takes you to the battle itself you can smell the cordite , the adrenaline fear and final victory . An historical document in its own right ,the best book in my military book collection , a must buy.
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I cannot recommend this book highly enough. Having already read a few very good books on the battle by some of those in 3 Para who took part, this book helps to "join the dots" through picture and voluminous account by those who were there, putting into perspective the unknown challenge that was ahead and how, with courage and sacrifice it was achieved. Thank you Jimmy for the time and effort this book clearly required and to you and your fellow paratroopers for such a remarkable account of what actually happened. Sean
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After purchasing the hard back some years ago, I am so pleased that Mr O'Connell has published a paperback version as it deserves to be read by more people. It is a truley exceptional account of the battle of Mount Longden and it's aftermath. If you have to buy one book on the Falklands war, this is it. Well done
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What a gripping and heart pounding book. I found myself laughing and crying from the same page and confused as to where my emotions were going to take me next as I turned the page. I relived every minute of these three days in June through the words that I read. Thanks Jimmy ... you legend!
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I know RSM WEEKS just one of the lads, The book great read & you can picture your self they wet,cold, & heart pumping
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An easy read with a structured timeline which gives the reader an overview of the whole battle across the three Companies. It does credit to Jimmy for all the hard work he's put into this and a fitting tribute to the 23 who sacrificed so much
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Written by someone who was there after extensive research and personal interviews. As close as you will get to knowing what it is like to be subjected to cold ,hunger and a determined enemy and the trauma of losing comrades.
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