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The Accidental Soldier
Dispatches from (Quite Near) the Front Line
Book • 2025
The Accidental Soldier is a memoir based on Owain Mulligan's diary during his time in Iraq.
It offers a candid and humorous look at the realities of war, contrasting the gritty expectations with the often mundane and chaotic experiences of soldiers.
The book has been praised for its authenticity and humor, drawing comparisons to 'Catch-22'.
It offers a candid and humorous look at the realities of war, contrasting the gritty expectations with the often mundane and chaotic experiences of soldiers.
The book has been praised for its authenticity and humor, drawing comparisons to 'Catch-22'.
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as a funny book about a member of the TA sent to Iraq.

Marina Hyde

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Minecraft: A Huge Mess But A Huge Hit
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as a book written by her brother, with proceeds going to War Child.

Carey Mulligan

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Ep 294: Carey Mulligan
Mentioned by Andrew Muller in an interview with Owain Mulligan.

Monday 26 May