Desert Storm was a war fought with weapons of a sophistication beyond anything previously seen in battle. This is a chronicle of war from the allied nerve centre, and the portrait of an exceptional commander in action.

Storm command: a personal account of the Gulf War

DE LA BILLIERE, Peter

Biographies & Memoirs

Harpercollins

Since 1854 the Victoria Cross has been the highest award for gallantry in the British Armed Forces. It bears the simple legend 'For Valour', but behind it are thrilling and ultimately humbling tales of unimaginable bravery. SUPREME COURAGE tells the tales of some of those who have won the medal, bringing this badge of honour alive with breath-taking accounts of courage in action. Visiting battle-scenes across the globe, peppering his accounts with letters and first-hand accounts, Sir Peter de la Billière uncovers not just heroism but the hearts and minds of men. With his accounts of Australians, Canadians, New Zealanders, Indians and the Gurkhas, Sir Peter de la Billière does more than accompany the man into battle. He reveals their backgrounds, the climate of their times, what it was that drove them on, and the price of fame - the burden of expectation in civilian life that accompanied more than one recipient to a pauper's grave. Extraordinary and intensely moving, SUPREME COURAGE is a thrilling addition to the literature of war, and a unique and magnificent monument to heroism.

Supreme Courage

Leaders & Notable People

ABACUS +

STORM COMMAND: A Personal Account of the Gulf War

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Storm Command: A Personal Account of the Gulf War

History

Middle East

Howell Pr

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