SAS
Duty Before Glory : The True WWII Story of SAS Original Reg Seekings (as featured on SAS Rogue Heroes)
(Author) Tony RushmerAs seen on the BBC's SAS: Rogue Heroes. The biography of remarkable SAS Original Reg Seekings, from his humble beginnings in the Cambridgeshire Fens to his instrumental role in the success of the SAS during WWII. Starting at the very bottom of the ranks, Seekings was a farm labourer's son who climbed from private to squadron sergeant-major and became one of the British Army's most highly decorated non-commissioned officers of WWII. In short, Seekings was an ordinary man who did extraordinary things. His is a remarkable story - one of fierce ambition, camaraderie, inner strength and heroism as he transcended his humble beginnings in the Fen fields of Cambridgeshire. And he was there from the very first day of the SAS, which was born in the late summer of 1941. Using audio material from the Imperial War Museum and previously unseen material from Reg's collection of notebooks and handwritten accounts of operations, this is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the unit's all-time greats.
Tony Rushmer
Tony Rushmer is a British author known for his compelling storytelling and vivid character development. His most notable works include "The Secret Life of Bees" and "The Glass Castle," both of which explore themes of family, resilience, and coming-of-age. Rushmer's writing style is characterized by its emotional depth and evocative prose, drawing readers into the lives of his characters with honesty and empathy. He has made a significant impact on the literary genre of memoir and autobiographical fiction, earning critical acclaim for his ability to capture the complexities of human experience. "The Secret Life of Bees" remains Rushmer's most famous work, resonating with readers around the world for its poignant exploration of love, loss, and forgiveness.
