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An Unpopular War – J.H. Thompson

R220.00

– From afkak to bosbefok –

In the 1970s, 1980s and early 1990s, hundreds of thousands of young men were called up for military service, most of them going through extreme physical training and many being sent to fight the war in northern Namibia and Angola. This book is a collection of reflections and memories of that time, collected by JH Thompson, who interviewed numerous former National Servicemen. Contributors include ordinary soldiers and Special Forces members, chefs, medics and helicopter pilots. They provide varying perspectives on klaaring in, training, inspection, gyppoing, Border patrols, covert operations and open combat, and readjusting to life in civvy street. This book is a compelling read that captures the spirit and atmosphere, the daily routine, the boredom, fear, camaraderie and other intense experiences of an SADF soldier. For everyone who did military service, as well as their family and friends, this book is a must.

Price: R220.00

Edition: First edition

Published: 2006

Publisher: Zebra Press

ISBN: 9781770073012

Condition: Paperback in very good condition, with minor scuffs on the covers of the cover. Internally in excellent condition – no inscription, very clean and tightly bound.

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– From afkak to bosbefok –

In the 1970s, 1980s and early 1990s, hundreds of thousands of young men were called up for military service, most of them going through extreme physical training and many being sent to fight the war in northern Namibia and Angola. This book is a collection of reflections and memories of that time, collected by JH Thompson, who interviewed numerous former National Servicemen. Contributors include ordinary soldiers and Special Forces members, chefs, medics and helicopter pilots. They provide varying perspectives on klaaring in, training, inspection, gyppoing, Border patrols, covert operations and open combat, and readjusting to life in civvy street. This book is a compelling read that captures the spirit and atmosphere, the daily routine, the boredom, fear, camaraderie and other intense experiences of an SADF soldier. For everyone who did military service, as well as their family and friends, this book is a must.

Price: R220.00

Edition: First edition

Published: 2006

Publisher: Zebra Press

ISBN: 9781770073012

Condition: Paperback in very good condition, with minor scuffs on the covers of the cover. Internally in excellent condition – no inscription, very clean and tightly bound.

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Weight 432 g