The Regiment

15 Years in the SAS

By: Rusty Firmin

Narrated by: Dean Williamson

Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins

Publisher's summary

Newly revised and available in audio, this is the unforgettable chronicle of Rusty Firmin’s combat experiences - a fascinating and intimate portrayal of what it was like to be part of the world's most respected special operations force.

From its early beginnings in World War II, the Special Air Service (SAS) has won renown in some of the most dramatic, dangerous and controversial military special operations of the 20th century. It is a secretive and mysterious unit, whose operations and internal structures are hidden from the public eye. Now, one of its longest-serving veterans offers a glimpse into the shadowy world of the SAS. Rusty Firmin spent an incredible 15 years with 'The Regiment' and was a key figure in the assault of the Iranian Embassy in London in May 1980.

©2016 Rusty Firmin (P)2020 W. F. Howes Ltd

Pretty fun SAS book

I had to skip ahead to the chapter where he starts sas selection. The first section of the book (his childhood) was a bit slow for my tastes.
However the sas sections are fantastic. Excellent read.

Captivating and a unique look

This was an audiobook well worth listening to. The author presented an entertaining and unique insight into the SAS from the perspective of someone who was on the ground and worked their way up from the ground level. The only reason I didn’t give the story a five star is because I think the author had a bit of a rub with authority, which at times illuminated the story of the SAS in an unnecessarily negative light. While Ironically, having read other volumes related to the SAS, I felt he treated the ground participants in the Bravo-Two-Zero incident unfairly given that the “cock-up” of this affair was actually the fault of those that planned and oversaw the operation remotely. B20 operators were basically left for dead and the medals which adorned the chests of the survivors were well deserved. Overall, definitely worth a read/listen.

Great story

Straight to the point and riveting all the way through. Thanks for telling it Rusty.

Great story

Rusty Firmin is one of the SAS soldiers who raided the Iranian embassy in London in the 80’s when terrorists took hostages inside the building.
This book tells his time in the regiment as one of the finest soldiers in the world. No BS, no fantasy trying to look like a hero or a superhuman. Just the story of an elite soldier, who spent 15 years in the best and most prestigious special forces unit in the world, the British Special Air Service.
Refreshing by its simplicity and the real tone of its story in a time when every special forces operator writes books about being heroes.
Thanks k you for your service Sir and for staying humble and true to your story.

Great story

As a former US Army Ranger, I highly recommend this book written by a true hero of the British SAS. Great insights on his experiences.

For the target audience, full marks

This book isn’t for everyone. Military lingo, nuances of training, logistics, operational mishaps and the like. Snapshots of policy and a global powers position on projecting diplomacy through firepower and counter terrorism. For those who seek this book for what they already think it to be, it will not disappoint. Really enjoyed the author’s perspective on his service with an incredible unit.

Excellent

If you're into the world of special operations you will love this one. The narrator is excellent and Rustys storie was excellent as well his accounts of real world events really kept my hooked

Fantastic story

Amazing book about the SAS. Very compelling and well written and highly recommended. Really great detail provided

Great narration

Very straight forward, and no holds barred accuracy. Very fun listen. A must for anyone who is interested in the spec ops world.

Arrogance

While I have a great deal of respect for the British special forces, I get tired of the British attitude that the world still belongs to them. This book is full of Attitude.