Scottish Lion on Patrol: 15th Scottish Reconnaissance Regiment by W Kemsley

Scottish Lion on Patrol: 15th Scottish Reconnaissance Regiment by W Kemsley

This is a fascinating acount of the 15th Scottish Reconnaissance Regiment. They played a key role in the liberation of Europe and the Regiment was unique in that it was in the forefront of the crossings of the Rivers Seine, Rhine and Elbe. The troops who landed in Normandy were highly trained but most of them had not experienced actual combat; however they quickly learnt the skills necessary to survive and defeat a cunning and resourceful foe.Scottish Lion on Patrol was first published in 1950. This new edition has been written by Tim Chamberlin who, being closely involved with the Old Comrades Association, has had rare access to veterans' memories. Full of eye-witness accounts, this is a true story of a real 'Band of Brothers', the original work being faithfully reproduced and significant new material from personal recollections which are graphic, moving and occasionally humorous.As Major General Peter Grant Peterkin says in his new foreword, 'His interviews with those who fought bravely with the Regiment have brought a fresh and well-informed insight into the story.

Kemsley, W.: - Tim Chamberlin, who has written the revised version, has retired from a long career in sales and marketing. He is an historian with a special interest in Gallipoli and Bomber Command. As Secretary of the 15th Scottish Regimental Association for many years, he learned much about their activities during the war and felt compelled to ensure that the full story be told.

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ISBN 13	9781848845695
ISBN 10	1848845693
Title	Scottish Lion on Patrol: 15th Scottish Reconnaissance Regiment
Author	W Kemsley
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Year published	2011-08-01
Number of pages	416
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