My Time In C Squadron Rhodesian SAS During The Bush War

#sas #specialforces #war In this video, "SAS: My Life in the Squadron," provides an intimate and powerful account of military courage experienced by the Rhodesian SAS soldiers fighting in the bush during the 1970s. Through the stories of real SAS soldiers, the video explores the depths of human fear and the heights of human courage required to become a SAS operative. Ian Mackenzie, a Rhodesian SAS operative, shares his personal account of what it was like to participate in behind-enemy-lines operations, highlighting the challenges and difficulties he faced while learning to deal with fear and being in combat. The video provides a captivating and thought-provoking story about courage and fear, exposing the harsh realities of combat and the sacrifices made by soldiers in armed conflicts. By sharing Ian Mackenzie's personal experiences, the video offers a glimpse into the struggles of becoming an SAS operative and showcases the heroism and resilience of soldiers who fought in the Rhodesian Bush War. Overall, "SAS: My Life in the Squadron" provides an honest and compelling account of the realities of war, emphasizing the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who have served their country in armed conflicts. Remember to subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HistoricMilitaryInterviews Should you wish to find more information on these battles the books they are available on Amazon and can be obtained by clicking on the link below: Clouds In The Wind: A story of danger, love and tragedy https://amzn.to/3k8HWDz The Elite: Story of the Rhodesian Special Air Service https://amzn.to/3JqYjFH A Handful of Hard Men: The SAS and the Battle for Rhodesia https://amzn.to/38KiZvF We Dared to Win: The SAS in Rhodesia https://amzn.to/38J6oZE The Long Range Desert Group in Action 1940–1943: Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives (Images of War) https://amzn.to/3uwzALW Other great reading: The End Is Always Near: Apocalyptic Moments, from the Bronze Age Collapse to Nuclear Near Misses https://amzn.to/3juB2rD Four Flashpoints: How Asia Goes to War http://amzn.to/3w5VLYP Break Point: SAS: Who Dares Wins Host's Incredible True Story https://amzn.to/38Ur5BJ Handy gift for men Smith & Wesson Extreme Ops SWA24S 7.1in S.S. Folding Knife https://amzn.to/37Ggg5F Recommended survival equipment: Gerber Gear Ultimate Knife, Tactical Knife with Fire Starter, Sharpener, and Knife Sheath, 4.75” Blade https://amzn.to/3JBE2NM Vont 2 Pack LED Camping Lantern, Super Bright Portable Survival Lanterns https://amzn.to/3KCDdFK Historic Military Interviews is an Amazon Affiliate and we do receive a small commission on Amazon link purchases. 0:00 Introduction 01:59 Clouds in the Wind 07:08 1 Parachute Battalion 12:29 War in Angola 17:14 SAS Training 20:30 Weapons Handling 29:25 SAS Bush Training 34:22 Selection 48:37 Combat 1:04:35 Observations of Camps 1:07:31 Camp Attacks and Ambushes 1:18:04 Getting wounded in combat and dealing with fear 1:23:17 SAS Food 1:26:22 Deployment 1:35:48 The Last Post Thank for the use of images: Images have been used from the Rhodesian SAS Website and from the following books: http://www.therhodesiansas.com/ The Elite The Story of the Rhodesian Special Air Service by Barbara Cole. The Elite Pictorial by Barbara Cole Weapon images from Wikipedia. "Lest we forget" "They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them." If you liked what you heard, subscribe to the show to receive notifications of future shows. If you would like to get more information on any of the topics or tell your military story reach out to Historic Military Interviews on Facebook or LinkedIn. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Historic-Military-Interviews-105607368591468 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/historic-military-interviews This information on this site is intended as a general reference for Internet users. It is made available on the understanding that Historic Military Interviews, as a result of providing this information or sharing these veterans experiences and stories, is not engaged in providing professional advice or necessarily takes a particular stance or point of view. Viewers & Listeners should seek their own advice re undertaking any commercial actions or understanding of these actions and shared experiences. All information in this site is provided "as is", with no guarantee of accuracy, timeline