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In 1941, as World War II raged, Britain sent horsemen into action. They were the flank guard and reconnaissance screen for Operation Exporter - the invasion of Vichy French-held Syria and Lebanon. The men and horses of 5th cavalry brigade proved astonishingly effective, even fighting off aircraft.

(Paperback, Reprint)

This book focuses on the extent to which the physical terrain features across Egypt, Libya and Tunisia affected British operations throughout the campaign in North Africa during the Second World War.

(Paperback)

The Doctrine of the British Armyis a comprehensive study of British military thought between 1900 and 1918.

The Battle of Pozires Ridge lasted six weeks. In that time the 1st Anzac Corps advanced the British line just over a mile and a half. This study reveals that more often than not, this was an unnecessary waste of lives and resources for the most negligible of gains.

(Hardback)

A new and detailed account of the battle of Gazala from 27 May-18 June 1942 which reconsiders the brigade battles for Eighth Army. It uses archival war diaries and reports, supported by numerous published memoirs, and regimental histories to provide a fresh voice for the men who fought there.

During the United States involvement in the war in Vietnam, the decision by the US Marine Corps to emphasise counterinsurgency operations in coastal areas was the cause of considerable friction between the Marines & the army commanders in Vietnam. This book will examine the background to the Marines decision.