The Force

The Legendary Special Ops Unit and WWII's Mission Impossible
Book • 2019
The Force by Saul David tells the story of the First Special Service Force, a unique elite unit formed during World War II. The book chronicles their rigorous training and their heroic feats, including the capture of a crucial Nazi stronghold in Italy.

Drawing on personal accounts and historical documents, David provides a deeply personal and inspiring narrative of these often-forgotten heroes.

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