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Book SynopsisSpecial operations, though most commonly associated with the period from the Second World War to the present, have played a key role throughout the history of conflict from the Trojan War to the great arms struggles of the 20th century. This volume introduces the reader to the broad sweep of the history of special operations, and also includes several excerpts from the classic literature on the subject. Contents: Origins: Robert Graves, ''The Wooden Horse'', ''The Sack of Troy''; Raiding in the Age of Sail: G.M. Thomson, ''The Damage Done by this Corsair'', ''The Wind Commands Me Away''; Ian Grimble, ''The Imp,^Rrieuse''; The Early American Tradition: Kenneth Roberts, ''The Raid on St. Francis''; Fred Cook, ''Struggle for the South''; R.E. Dupuy and W.H. Baumer, ''Wars With the Barbary Pirates''; 19th Century Colonial Warfare; Leo Tolstoy, The Raid; Wyatt Blassingame, ''How the Legion Began'', ''The Legion Fights in Algeria''; The Civil War: Archer Hines, ''Military Means, Political En
Trade ReviewThis varied array of writings addresses the vital factor of personal character in the military profession...From Troy to Entebbe is an excellent vehicle for expanding the literary horizons of the casual reader of military history. * Special Warfare *
This varied array of writings addresses the vital factor of personal character in the military profession...From Troy to Entebbe is an excellent vehicle for expanding the literary horizons of the casual reader of military history. * Special Warfare *
