Across an Angry Sea: The SAS in the Falklands War: The SAS in the Falklands War

In early summer 1982--winter in the South Atlantic--Argentina's military junta invades the Falklands. Within days, a Royal Navy Task Force is assembled and dispatched. This is the story of D Squadron, 22 SAS, commanded by Cedric Delves. The relentless tempo of events defies belief. Raging seas, inhospitable glaciers, hurricane-force winds, helicopter crashes, raids behind enemy lines--the Squadron prevailed against them all, but the cost was high. Holding fast to their humanity, D Squadron's fighters were there at the start and end of the Falklands War. Theirs was the first Union Jack raised over Government House in Stanley. Across an Angry Sea is a chronicle of daring, skill and steadfastness among a tight-knit band of brothers; of learning fast, fighting hard, and winning through. ''Frank and vivid.'' ''Sobering . . . unlike many SAS shoot-’em-up books, this one about raids aborted as well as successful is humane and sensitive in tone.'' ‘Delves has written one of the most thoughtful, thought-provoking and quietly intelligent military memoirs I’ve ever read . . . gripping and heart-rending.’ ''A rich reservoir of primary source material on SAS contributions and decisions at the tactical and operational levels … This candid tale will resonate with those who appreciate first-hand accounts of warfare and lessons discovered through honest introspection.’ ''A relatively rare account of a contemporary special forces campaign written by its commander . . . Delves writes with warmth and humanity displaying no malice and a great deal of sympathy towards his Argentine opponents . . . highly recommended.

''I heartily recommend Cedric Devles’s enlightening and forthright memoir for what it reveals about the conception, planning, and execution of special operations by commanders engaged in expeditionary warfare over long distances. Military officers and any others seriously interested Special Ops or the Falklands war will find Across an Angry Sea to be compelling and instructive reading.''

‘Cedric Delves has produced a fascinating and important account of Special Forces operations in the South Atlantic during the Falklands War and fills a gap in our understanding of that conflict. He and his boys played a key part in the victory, brave and professional.’ ''Since the Second World War memoirs of great writers such as Eric Newby there have been few books like this one by a British officer attached to the Special Forces. Cedric Delves’s account evokes the fear and excitement of going into battle and the emotions that went with sending other men to face danger. It captures the complexities and cock-ups of trying to coordinate teams from different units and different services in the most difficult of circumstances. Anyone who wants to understand the Falklands War, and perhaps war in general, should read this book.'' ''An exciting and honest account of a SAS command in war: of the leaders and the led; of offensive spirit and individual initiative; of doubt and uncertainty; of ingenuity and adaptability; and of sacrifice, courage and humanity. Those who seek to command in battle should study this account with care for it shows that, ". . . continuing unto the end until it be thoroughly finished yields the true glory."'' ''Whether military professional or interested civilian, Across An Angry Sea really is a must-read book. It’s much more than a reassuring account of those at the cutting edge of the British Army. Compellingly told and easily absorbed, this fast-moving story is a raw, humbling overdue history that explores the guts of combat with humility and candour. I have been waiting for this book to be written. Cedric Delves has met all my expectations and much more besides.'' ''This book finally gives an account of SAS operations in the Falklands as I remember them. Its detailed narrative and personal insights impressively capture the raw courage, fighting spirit and agile improvisation that characterised the extraordinary men with whom we fought and happily shared our lives in 1982.''

In early summer 1982--winter in the South Atlantic--Argentina''s military junta invades the Falklands. Within days, a Royal Navy Task Force is assembled and dispatched. This is the story of D Squadron, 22 SAS, commanded by Cedric Delves.

The relentless tempo of events defies belief. Raging seas, inhospitable glaciers, hurricane-force winds, helicopter crashes, raids behind enemy lines--the Squadron prevailed against them all, but the cost was high. Holding fast to their humanity, D Squadron''s fighters were there at the start and end of the Falklands War. Theirs was the first Union Jack raised over Government House in Stanley.

Across an Angry Sea is a chronicle of daring, skill and steadfastness among a tight-knit band of brothers; of learning fast, fighting hard, and winning through.

• | Author: Cedric Delves
• | Publisher: C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
• | Publication Date: Jun 11, 2020
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9781787383425
• | ISBN-10: 1787383423