SAS: Forged in Hell

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  • čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
  • SAS: Forged in Hell
    With Damien Lewis
    Part of our Individual Heroes of WWII Series
    • Individual Heroes of WWII
    In the summer of 1943, the largest invasion fleet ever assembled sailed for fortress Europe, aiming to bulldoze its way onto Nazi shores. At its vanguard went a few hundred elite forces soldiers, the Royal Navy warship carrying them bearing the iconic winged dagger emblem on its prow, plus the motto 'Who Dares Wins'. Led by the legendary SAS commander Blair 'Paddy' Mayne, these war-bitten, piratical raiders were tasked to do the impossible - to bludgeon their way through the most heavily defended enemy shoreline, so enabling the ensuing forces to follow on.
    If they succeeded, it would mark the turning point in the war. If they failed, the consequences were unthinkable. Against all odds, outnumbered some fifty-to-one, and facing a ferocious series of cliffside defences, they would have to dare all as never before.
    Damien Lewis is a number one bestselling author whose books have been translated into over forty languages worldwide. For decades he worked as a war and conflict reporter for the world’s major broadcasters, reporting from across Africa, South America, the Middle and Far East, winning numerous awards. damienlewis.com/
    SAS Forged in Hell: From Desert Rats to Dogs of War: The Mavericks who Made the SAS by Damien Lewis
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Komentáře • 40

  • @FilipDePreter
    @FilipDePreter Před 10 měsíci +10

    One could write many words on this subject. I'll keep it simple. SAS + Damien Lewis= respect and a incredible enthousiasme.

  • @mortenbronke6308
    @mortenbronke6308 Před 10 měsíci +5

    It is heartbreaking to hear what difficulties the veterans had after the war. All the horror they had to endure and be plagued by it afterwards. Thanks to Damien for telling and sharing these stories

  • @davidlavigne207
    @davidlavigne207 Před 10 měsíci +7

    Damien's observations of the PTSD experienced by the former WW2 SAS soldiers is right in line with the works that Peter Hart did about the infantry, armor and artillery units he has written about. The idea I got from both authors was that those who experienced this kind of visceral "in your face" warfare can't share their feelings with others who weren't there, as they feel no one else could possibly understand who hadn't been there. That's why the veterans group reunions became so important to all these people. They finally reconnected with many of their comrades to be able to talk about it. Beg pardon for the long post-brilliant presentation. PS: Ordered Damien's book and can't wait to read it.

  • @jimwalsh1958space
    @jimwalsh1958space Před 10 měsíci +9

    it's a privelege to be here. another splendid presentation from damien and woody, full of new important information. when we all thought we knew about SAS and paddy mayne's life. cheers again.

    • @cwcsquared
      @cwcsquared Před 10 měsíci

      I think you mean privilege

  • @TheVigilant109
    @TheVigilant109 Před 10 měsíci +8

    Great presentation by Damien as usual. The book is fantastic and highly recommended

  • @1089maul
    @1089maul Před 10 měsíci +5

    Woody/Damien. Fantastic, interesting and informative presentation! Bob

    • @WW2TV
      @WW2TV  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @jammininthepast
    @jammininthepast Před 10 měsíci +4

    Thanks gentlemen, appreciated. I enjoyed your SAS book Mr. Lewis.

  • @andrewjohnson388
    @andrewjohnson388 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Amazing people at that time, Grandad in first World war age 15 in trenches, then Naval Officer in second world war, I used to read my dads war books as kid and still have great interest, this great. I also got to know David Sterling's Grand Daughter, and stories in South Africa farm she was brought up in.

  • @BV-fr8bf
    @BV-fr8bf Před 10 měsíci +2

    Damien Lewis is *always* enlightening!

  • @Nyllsor
    @Nyllsor Před 20 dny

    This one is a real gem. Great storytelling and just incredible stories!

  • @joiainmclachlan6598
    @joiainmclachlan6598 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Thanks

    • @WW2TV
      @WW2TV  Před 10 měsíci

      Thanks very much

  • @sigurdueland5194
    @sigurdueland5194 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I hope the writers of SAS rogue heros see this. I’m looking forward to season 2.

  • @philbosworth3789
    @philbosworth3789 Před 10 měsíci +4

    As always Damien gave a great presentation, this time discussing the peoples feelings. A masterclass again.

  • @joiainmclachlan6598
    @joiainmclachlan6598 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Brilliant as usual, Woody. An ex para mate sent the Paddy Mayne picture with one of the last SAS men earlier this year. I sent him this program. Thank you.

  • @FrankenTiger88
    @FrankenTiger88 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Is there any truth to David Sterling after being captured by the Germans he escaped there, clutches, but was re-captured by the Italians?

  • @dannywlm63
    @dannywlm63 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Absolutely fascinating. Thank you and the Men of the SAS

  • @kieronbevan7489
    @kieronbevan7489 Před 12 dny

    I knew one of them that escaped the Italian and German camps and walked to Switzerland. He was an amazingly hard OAP

  • @nicklehuray526
    @nicklehuray526 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Just caught up on this and really enjoyed it. Just ordered the book.

  • @jim99west46
    @jim99west46 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Absolutely terrific guest! Not too many motion pictures have been made about the Italuan campaign, the worst and most laughable was Von Ryans express, hopefully one day a film about SAS action in Iraly will be produced.

    • @WW2TV
      @WW2TV  Před 10 měsíci +3

      Well we have more series of Rogue Heroes to look forward to

  • @pvsfam8633
    @pvsfam8633 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Brilliant authour got all of his books

  • @johnscrivy
    @johnscrivy Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank you for another brilliant video .

  • @jaycrew1409
    @jaycrew1409 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Always a great watch with Damien , not disappointed thanks for this type of program woody 👍

  • @KevinJones-yh2jb
    @KevinJones-yh2jb Před 10 měsíci +1

    Just watched on a rerun, as always the brilliant Damien Lewis, thank you for a great presentation, Damien and Paul

  • @jameslincoln4154
    @jameslincoln4154 Před 10 měsíci +2

    While the premise is quite different, that story about stealing the train and rescuing prisoners from a concentration camp almost makes me think that was what ‘Von Ryan’s Express’ might have been loosely based on 🤔

  • @dannystephens9056
    @dannystephens9056 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Love it boyz keep up the good work

  • @ruskoruskov3086
    @ruskoruskov3086 Před 9 měsíci

    Must be why the film Von Ryan's Express was made....

  • @gavinhealy5899
    @gavinhealy5899 Před 10 měsíci +1

    A first class presentation, i am curious would or maybe the spell bounding movie Von Ryan's Express, is a reference or subliminal connection to the SAS/ POW escape in Italy .

  • @tomkilgallon6730
    @tomkilgallon6730 Před 8 měsíci

    Superb

  • @orlandofurioso7958
    @orlandofurioso7958 Před 10 měsíci +2

    11 out of 10 points. 'Nuff said.

  • @mjinnh2112
    @mjinnh2112 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Absolutely gutting discussion of the emotional toll. Aside from not wanting to appear "weak", I have been told that men will not reveal their trauma because they don't want to let their mates down, or give them the idea they can't hold up their end. Heartbreaking. Every A**hole who sees only the macho side of these men or, like some of the U.S. military who complain that troops who read poetry are "woke" need to watch this program.

    • @fazole
      @fazole Před 10 měsíci

      Read the comments of veterans leaving the US military; it is "woke" where feelings override performance, discipline and training.