The Long Range Desert Group: The History of the Elite British Army Unit During World War II

Although this focuses on only 1 aspect of the LRDG role in WWII - and the least important (reconnaissance & "Road Watch" were their most common tasks), it is an accurate portrayal of what at least one of the missions I've read about was. Fun to see a very young Richard Attenborough, and their vehicles that were obviously still around after the war. Supplemented by some reading of the Group, it makes a fine movie to watch

This is a very interesting and good book, but it was lacking in that it only talked much about one operation. More operational tales would much improve it.

1) Why I chose this book : Am highly interested in WW2 subject matter2) Type of book : Short informative read about the LRDG (Long Range Desert Group)3) Formatting/Editing : Well edited complete with relevant authentic photos (tho noted at least one duplicate in the mix)4) Best/Worst aspect of book : Interesting factoids the individuals responsible for it's creations, missions accomplished and why replacements were so limited5) Favorite passage: "The capabilities of the No.II HP [wireless] set were stretched far beyond the wildest imaginings...designed originally for use over distances of no more than 20 miles, the LRDG adapted it for use over distances regularly exceeding 1,000 miles (impressive!)6) Bottom-line : Very good book for learning something of this phenomenal WW2 outfit!

One of the most interesting reads produced by Charles Rivers. Although the material is presented w/in the same style, the witting is done in such a way that one is never bored, nor felt as if the reader is being talked down to. Charles Rivers productions has placed a very good work at the finger tips of the American reader.

based on later lrdps. poppy's war was much more informative and lively. this book was a dry read.

This covers in a few short chapters the formation of the LRDG and other units that operated in the desert area of operations. A very good introduction to these units.

WELL DONE ABOUT A LITTLE KNOWN GROUP WHO DID MUCH.TELLS IT WELL AND GIVES CREDIT WHERE DUE.

Good descriptions of the process of building the group with hardware and people. Concise descriptions of the major actions during the campaign

Don't get conned into buying this "book" - it isn't even that!This is a piece of print-on-demand rubbish that has been made to look good, with its bright cover, but has tiny print inside, unreadable maps and absolutely NOTHING new or worthwhile to add to anyone's library, for reference or modelling.

Having read a number of books regarding the formation of the SAS i thought it would be of benefit to read of the group that paved their way. Concise history of the LRDG previously the LRDP and just about right for gap filling.

It's like the Cliff notes for history, don't bother

Some proof reading

this is more like a pamphlet than a book but does contain information about the lrdg