A stunningly detailed and moving account of a momentous time in our recent history。
Stuart,
I'm a huge fan of James Holland and i was eagerly anticipating this book。 Holland often talks extensively and passionately about the SRY in his podcast ,(WeHaveWaysOfMakingYouTalk) and has written/edited An Englishman At Ear by Major Stanley Christopherson who is CO the SRY and features heavy in Brothers In Arms。 I would definitely recommend An Englishman At War, as it tells the story perfectly of the SRY before D-day。 Brothers in Arms, like Holland's other books is extremely well written。 Holla I'm a huge fan of James Holland and i was eagerly anticipating this book。 Holland often talks extensively and passionately about the SRY in his podcast ,(WeHaveWaysOfMakingYouTalk) and has written/edited An Englishman At Ear by Major Stanley Christopherson who is CO the SRY and features heavy in Brothers In Arms。 I would definitely recommend An Englishman At War, as it tells the story perfectly of the SRY before D-day。 Brothers in Arms, like Holland's other books is extremely well written。 Holland has been involved with the SRY since 2004 and his knowledge of the regiments is impeccable。 Having met and interviewed a number of the dwindling veterans。 Sadly Stan Perry the last SRY passed away very recently, who i was lucky enough to meet and listen too at Warfest 2021。 This book is a testimony to Hollands handwork over the years of speaking to the veterans, their families and doing what he does best walking the ground。 The SRY story from D-day to the end of the war is told here in a very detailed account that is a fitting tribute to all that served with the SRY。Its of course a rollercoaster story, a story that will probably remain with you for a while as you reflect on the sacrifices these men made and the hardships they entailed。 Personally, i believe this story could very easily be the next Band Of Brothers mini series。 Another great book James, thank you。 。。。more
Ron Baumer,
An outstanding historical book regarding a tank regiment in WW2。 The book is full of action as well as personal stories to heighten the readers experience。 This book is truly inspirational。 Thank you to #NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review。