Altri libri che potrebbero interessarti

• 

  A Breed Apart - The inside story...

  Johan Raath

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Over the years, many have signed up for the South African Special Forces selection course but only a select few have ever passed. The gruelling course pushes recruits to their physical and mental limits.
  Those who make it through selection still have to complete a demanding year-long training cycle before they can join the ranks of this elite unit. In A Breed Apart, former Special Forces operator Johan Raath offers a rare insider's view on the training he and other young soldiers received in the mid-1980s. Drawing on the reminiscences of his fellow Recces, he describes the phases of selection and training, and offers valuable insights into what makes a successful operator.
  The courses in the training cycle show the range and standard of Special Forces training, including weapons handling, bushcraft/survival, parachuting, demolitions and urban warfare, as well as seaborne and riverine operations. For Raath and his cycle buddies, the training cycle culminated in an operation in southern Angola where the young Recces saw action for the first time.
  Much of what Raath underwent still forms part of present-day Special Forces training. Comprehensive and revealing, this book shows why these soldiers truly are a breed apart.

  Mostra libro

• 

  Typhoon Attack - The Legendary...

  Norman Franks

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  This volume collects lively tales of aerial combat from Royal Air Force pilots who flew Typhoon fighters into the frontlines of WWII. The Typhoon fighter played a pivotal role in Allied victories from D-Day to the Battle of the Bulge and the final battle in Germany. Through original interviews with RAF veterans, Norman Franks explores what it was really like to fly Britain’s legendary, rocket-firing fighters.  Typhoon Attack shares stories of flying over Holland or France at low level, seeking out hostile aircraft or targets on the ground; rolling over at twelve-thousand feet, then upside down; attacking trains, ships, flak posts, tanks, and more; not to mention the mind-numbing experience of crash-landing a shot-up Tiffy.   

  Mostra libro

• 

  Fighter Group - The 352nd...

  Jay A Stout

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  From a historian, retired fighter pilot, and combat aviation specialist, “the finest book yet written about the air war over Europe during World War II.” (Air & Space, Smithsonian magazine ) As described by award-winning author Jay A. Stout, the 352nd Fighter Group was one of the Eighth Air Force's most successful fighter units and counted history's two top-scoring P-51 aces among its ranks.  This book—the most comprehensive work ever to cover the actions of a single USAAF fighter unit—details the air actions of not only the group's notable aces, but also the rank-and-file fliers who carried the bulk of the load.  It describes the 352nd’s activities from its formation at the close of 1942, its movement to England and its combat operations flying P-47s and P-51s against the Third Reich. Although the book covers the units actions as a whole, it also follows several pilots in detail.  Rich descriptions of tactics and equipment, personal reflections, letters home, amusing anecdotes and, of course, detailed descriptions of air combat.  Not simply an award-winning historian, Stout draws from his own combat experience as a fighter pilot to make these discussions credible, interesting and real.  Winner of the San Diego Book Award for History. “Stout’s crisp, concise writing powers a narrative that highlights a collection of aviators who destroyed more than 700 German aircraft. The book is certain to take its place with other memorable accounts of European combat.” —John F. Wukovits, author of Black Sheep

  Mostra libro

• 

  Conflicted Scars - An Average...

  Justin Davis

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  An indispensable guide to parents of hockey hopefuls
  		 
  At a time of great change in hockey, Justin Davis exposes the dark underbelly of the journey from the minors to the big leagues 
  		 
  Hockey culture: it’s a commonly used phrase inside the game, glorifying sacrifice, toughness, loyalty, and a sense of identity. Justin Davis viewed this culture as something he was lucky enough to experience. After all, he’d won a Memorial Cup after leading the tournament in scoring, and he’d been drafted by the Washington Capitals. “In my mind,” he says, “I was the normal one.” Unfortunately, after stepping outside the game, he began to recognize the racism, sexual abuse and bullying that was so deeply ingrained in the sport. And then, as his own children grew into teenagers, the curtain was pulled back, the memories came rushing forward, and he was horrified: “Why was I naked in a bus bathroom for four hours with seven teammates? What happened to my brain, and why can’t I remember the simplest things? How did I end up living in a basement where the strangers upstairs were clearly engaged in domestic abuse?”
  		 
  As it navigates the sport’s darkest corridors, Conflicted Scars shares the story of the common Canadian player and offers a guide for parents who need to know how and why a typical teenager with NHL dreams, from a small town, now lives anxiously, introvertedly, and battling emotional detachment.

  Mostra libro

• 

  Transform Your Kids' Lives: The...

  Bastian Redmoor

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Transform Your Kids' Lives: The Science Behind Their Independence  
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐ 
  Are you seeking to elevate your career and reinforce your understanding while successfully nurturing independence and resilience for lifelong success? 
  Looking for an all-inclusive guide that covers everything you need to foster independence and resilience in your children? 
  Your quest ends here! 
  This guide stands as your ultimate resource for enhancing comprehension, applying essential skills, and engaging in practical exercises. With it, you're set for triumph. 
  Updated for the 2024-2025 frameworks. 
  Key features of this insightful guide: 
  - In-depth insights on nurturing independence and resilience for lifelong success 
  - Comprehensive explanations of the principles behind fostering independence 
  - Effective strategies for preparation and implementation 
  Our guide stands out through its thorough coverage, vital for achieving your goals. Concepts aren’t just briefly touched upon; they are explored with meticulous detail. 
  Please note that this guide is an independent resource and is not associated with any official entity related to childhood development. 
  Crafted with a clear layout and straightforward language, our guide ensures smooth progress between topics. Say goodbye to complicated jargon and embrace clear, concise, and technically accurate content. 
  So, why hesitate? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey towards nurturing independence and resilience for lifelong success!

  Mostra libro

• 

  Wife Sandwich - Older Woman...

  Giselle Renarde

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  When I first met Steve, the attraction was instantaneous. It didn't matter that he was a much older man. In fact, I think that's one of the reasons I liked him so much. When his wife found out we were having an affair, I thought she was going to kill me. Boy, was I wrong! Turned out she wanted to get into bed with us! 
  Erotica. For Mature Audiences.

  Mostra libro