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2 Para in Falklands and with SAS in Gulf and Bosnia
| Author | Mike Curtis |
| Publisher | Corgi Books |
| ISBN # | 0-552-14465-7 |
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| This book was added by | Mr S F Love |
Reviews
Julie Illinsworth Brice rated this book as Excellent
I want to say a big thank you to taff for the dedication to my brother Steve, I carry in my purse the the same photo of them on route to the Falklands. I have not finished the book as I dont want to read about the 28th May I love reading about him while he is still alive. One day I will bring myself to finish it, 30 years next year since he died but still seems like yesterday . Well done Taff it would be great to hear from you.
Kevin rated this book as Excellent
Just read this book, a friend told me about it.. Being from a town not far from Mr Curtis, Nantyglo. I found it to be a Excellent read, which makes you feel like your standing shoulder to shoulder with the author in all his battles whether it was personal or professional.
doc.white rated this book as Excellent
Told as if talking to his old rugby buddies who he hasn't seen for years over a few pints in the pub.Really gripping gritty and absorbing.Da iawn "mike"
Anonymous rated this book as Excellent
I read the book about 35 yrs ago.
Best book ever. Since I first picked it up I've found it hard to put down. The adventures Mike and his mates went on were hard out, they must been brave lads. I found this book to be better than watching a james bond film on tv, its just so interesting. Im joining the nz army soon and I have found this book has given me an insight into what army life is all about. If you ever read this Mike, I praise your writing ability and you and your mates efforts to protect our peaceful way of life. Keep up the good work
Glen rated this book as Excellent
I read the book about 35 yrs ago.
Great book! Im in the Aussie forces and this book was passed onto me by an ex-brit who was at the Falklands as an 18 year old. I cant believe what they went through to get those Islands back. He makes you feel like you are there with him and you get a sense of pride everytime you read it. It makes me think of joining our own SAS. The whole book is really well written; better than McNab anyday. Mike if your reading this- well done and hope all is well.
Stephen Joseph rated this book as Good
I read the book about 35 yrs ago.
Wondering where Osman China is now and the other CT's that surrendered ..... have anyone of them been interview??
Ray rated this book as Excellent
What can I say? As a former Para (hey Mike, how are you doin?)who was there, CQB is pretty much on the money. In addition, the truly heroic death as written by Mike, of our old pal Steve Illingsworth, was done with reverence and respect. So to all the boys of Corporate, Salute, peace and happyness. The bonds made in that God forsaken war will last a lifetime.
John rated this book as Excellent
I'm just over half way through this book, but it really is riveting, enlightening, and also amusing in parts. A hard b**tard and no mistake, but there are also some touching moments (The Welsh Argies). And as stated above, the utmost respect must be shown to those who have served in the SAS and the Parachute Regiment. Superb read. So why am I typing this??!
Colin rated this book as Excellent
I served in the British Army and I spent 2 years in N. Ireland from 1980 to 1982. I was born in S. Wales and I personally new some of the the paras Mike refers to in his book including taff Hall who was shot in the Falklands. I discovered CQB while browsing in a bookstore and I couldn't put it down. I bought it, rushed home and read it in one day, I've never read a book in one day before or since. Riveting accounts of battle and hardships experienced during training. Mike, I can totally understand how you felt about Aberfan (it's a Welsh thing). Anyway, a truly remarkable book which I will keep on my shelf forever and I highly recommend it to anyone soldier or civilian alike. Well done Mike, you make Wales and the British Special Forces proud!
Anonymous rated this book as Excellent
This is a very good book,from his early days as a young para in the falklands to his time in the SAS through gulf war 1,columbia and bosnia.well written and often amusing.
Christian rated this book as Excellent
strong, interesting and thoroughly gripping read from page one. This book was a major influence on my own descision to apply for sf in my own nation. When i was faltering during selection, i thought of curtis and his mates on that cold hill in the falklands and then my own ordeals didn't seem so bad. Well Done, Mike.
Tony Q rated this book as Excellent
AS SPECIAL FORCES BOOKS GO,THIS IS SUPERB,AN EXCELLENT READ FROM START TO FINISH,WELL DONE MIKE.
Michael rated this book as Excellent
Human, realistic and captivating... Still we can see through the reading that some details and events have been modified to fit into a "public" novel....Good job Taff ;)
D.Neal rated this book as Excellent
I love this book i have read it over 20 times over the years. It could be 2 years and i would pick it up and get right back in to it. The most powerful and well wrote book i have ever had the luck to read. I want to thank all the people who have ever put there lives on the line as did Mike Curtis did. People like Mike make make the British Army what it is today.
Taff Evans rated this book as Excellent
Served with Mike in 2 para, he was my first section commander and respected by all, not a great reader myself but I couldn`t put this one down, Mike gives an honest account of Military life at home and in the field. Full credit to Mike just the inspiration I needed.
Major Chris White rated this book as Excellent
i found this book one of the best accounts of the british army i have read, i am currently serving in 42 commando royal marines and want to show my respect to the airbourne brotherhood who played and continue to play vital roles in britsh millitary actions.
Charles T. Edmondson rated this book as Excellent
An excellent account and a tribute to those, like the author, who have served. Well written, well done.
lee'shakey' c. rated this book as Excellent
i served 3 years in 2 para,later in 21st sas ta and a volunteer in hos in croatia.very accurate good read.photo's are great!
ted rated this book as Excellent
having served with mr curtis in bcoy 2para it was nice to read about some good old freinds.great read,i know our danny would have enjoyed reading it. good luck taff.
Simon Owens rated this book as Excellent
With regards to the book being in the honour of stephen illingsworth, i'd like to say that i am his cousin and reading about someone you are related to who acted in extreme bravery under intense fire is amazing. Although we would have much prefered if he didnt!
Would be nice if mike got in touch if that was possible, im currently going in to the paras to carry on the family name, although different surname now.
Gilbo rated this book as Excellent
I just could not put the book down when started had to read it twice very informative and inspiring to read
San rated this book as Excellent
Yeap an amazing book, could'nt put it down! i work with a fella who served with the author in the falklands, told me a thing or two about what life was like out there (and his real name :p ) and again said everything in the book was true. A Massive credit to the lads who were there and still serve! I have a great deal of respect for them all.
Tone rated this book as Excellent
I have read many books on the SAS and find this one, one of the best. Well done.
Nick rated this book as Excellent
An excellent book. I appreciate the tribute by Mike to my old friend Steve Illingsworth who i shared many a good time with. A freind too us both and never to be forgotten.
Never met Mike but if anyone could put me in touch with him it would be appreciated.
All the very best Mike
Nick
Mac rated this book as Excellent
I joined the Paras last september. im in 2 para now. i lived in Port talbot, Southwales. i had to get on a train to get to North yorkshire which is a lengthy journey. so i bought a book. C.Q.B .It filled me with pride for the Paras, and Wales (and the sas of course). it is a phenominal read, i didn't want it to finish. i cant applaud it enough. bloody brilliant.
Jim rated this book as Excellent
A great book to read.I served in 2 para for 6 years and served in the Falklands with the author.All true and no bull.Its not your real name though is it Mr Curtis!
Will(taff) rated this book as Excellent
cudnt put this book down! mike makes me proud to be welsh. ive been thinkin about the paras as a career for a while now an this book just made up my mind!
Andy b rated this book as Excellent
My dad served in 3para and my brother in law is currently in 2para, reading this book has made me realise what real men are made of, this is the best book i have ever written a must for enyone interested in the real world.
Andy rated this book as Excellent
A very well written book that is not full of bullshit like a few others SAS books. One of my personal favourites but he does seem like he could have been a professional rugby union player which may have been the better alternative, considering he has some fatal disease now.
Taff rated this book as Excellent
I have read this book several times.Best miltary book I have ever read.I live several miles from mikes home town.Made me proud to be welsh.
Zoeh BC rated this book as Excellent
Close Quarter Battle gives an excellent insight into the life of Mike Curtis and his incredible military experiences. He makes you feel as if you know him, from his description of his Welsh mining town childhood to his intense recollections of the Faulklands and Gulf wars. I have a new found respect for those who make the sacrifice of a military career. I couldn't put this book down and eagerly wait another from this author.
Steve rated this book as Excellent
I read lots of war books but this tops them all great book (a must read)
Paul rated this book as Average
Soft, strong and thoroughtly absorbant. Particularly the bit about his reason for leaving 22, not quite the whole truth eh Taff?
Marcus Hagberg rated this book as Excellent
This book is one of the best military books I have ever read. CQB is about a man that joins the paras in 79 a serves in the Falklands war. He later joins the SAS in 86 and takes part in the gulf and bosnien war. If you want to join the SAS by joining the paras first you have to read this book. It is also very good when he describes SAS selection and the Paras P Company.
Christopher James MacLellan rated this book as Excellent
I talks more about the different terrain of how the Para and the SAS operate.
F.Stranges rated this book as Excellent
As an infantry officer, reading this book brought about a sense of pride that may never be taken away from me. Mike Curtis does not make himself out to be a hero, but instead, he underlines the importance the SAS played in the Falkland Islands. Another thing that makes this book so unique is his deep description of what selection was like. I definitely recommend that anyone read this book!!
Paul rated this book as Excellent
Having served with the author in B Coy 2 Para, I can say it is an excellent read and 100% accurate. Well wrote Boyo.
Tommy rated this book as Excellent
As a member from the Belgian army I have to say that it has been a pleasure reading CQB. It's one of the best books I have ever read. Mr Curtis takes you into action time after time. It's almost like you are on the scene. Mr Curtis made me bring up my deepest respect to all Commonwealth elite soldiers and special forces.
Doctor T rated this book as Excellent
Recently finished the book. I had not read a book for 8 yrs. Fell over it at a friends place, and after the first page I just couldn´t put it down. The selection and SAS techniques are really excellent described. The way he describes the different operations, maked me feel like being there. A must read.
David Mackenzie-Bell rated this book as Excellent
This book is great.The author is good at discribing the art of war and also is great at discribing the selction process for the paras and the SAS.I have the up most respect for the author and anyone who has served in these regiments.
Stuart rated this book as Excellent
Having served in the army and fought in the gulf, the falklands fascinates me, as the last 'real' battle the british army fought. His language and description of life in the paras and their time in the falklands together made me feel very humble. This was the best part of the book for me, as everybody has read about the gulf, SAS etc. The bosnia chapter was also extremely well written, and brought back lots of memories!! Well done, great book.
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