Popski's Private Army Military history book World war two North Africa book Har

Title:Popski's Private Army
A fascinating account from World War Two Written by  the leader of the unit itself. The unit was tasked with conducting reconnaissance missions behind the enemy lines in North Africa and to “Sow despondency and alarm.” 
Popski's Private Army, officially No. 1 Demolition Squadron, PPA, was a unit of British Special Forces set up in Cairo in October 1942 by Major Vladimir Peniakoff. Popski's Private Army was one of several raiding units formed in the Western Desert during the Second World War. The squadron also served in Italy, and was disbanded in September 1945.
The book contains photos, illustrations and maps throughout, a fascinating true story of world war two. 
Details
Format: Hardback 
Size: 19 x 14 cm
Published: 1953
Pages: 435 
Category: Biography, Military, Warfare, Aviation
Condition: Good condition, clean inside  strong bindings,
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