May 5, 1980, when the masked figure was seen by millions on the balcony of the Iranian Embassy, the man in black was Sergeant John McAleese who led the frontal assault that brought a dramatic end to the hostage crisis that had been gripping the nation for six days.
#britishsf
Sgt. Mel Parry, in respirator and black overalls and armed with a Heckler & Koch MP5 sub- machinegun, climbed from an adjacent balcony to force an entrance to the Iranian embassy, Mel was leader of the Special Air Service “balcony team” which made the assault in May 1980
#sf
#OnThisDay
30th April 1980 The Iranian Embassy siege took place after a group of six armed men stormed the Iranian embassy on Prince's Gate in South Kensington, London.
The gunmen, Iranian Arabs campaigning for sovereignty of Khuzestan Province, took 26 people hostage
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Ready to raise merry hell - yours truly, Des Powell, Nothing remotely like the Gulf War deployment had been tried by the SAS since WWII, and the days of SAS founders Colonels David Stirling and Blair Paddy Mayne deploying in fleets of specially-adapted, heavily-armed Land Rovers.
B Squadron deployed from the UK to the (UAE), for high-intensity desert training, which included deploying in cumbersome NBC (nuclear, biological and chemical) protective gear, known as noddy suits. Bravo Three Zero's signaller, with yours truly, Des Powell, second from right.
Pictured during the nightmarish escape and evasion phase of SAS selection, yours truly Des Powell second from left. Injured by a viciously-spiked tree on the jungle phase, I would have to attempt selection twice, before finally making it into the Regiment.
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#whodareswins
During counter-terrorism training, wearing all the specialist black kit on CT operations, the pistol often proved the better weapon for close-quarter combat. When B Squadron were scrambled for Iraq operations in 1991, we'd spent months on CT duties.
#WHODARESWINS
#SAS
#B30
Training with Norway’s special forces we learned how to survive with sub-zero temperatures and extremely hostile conditions, few of us ever expected Iraq in 1991 to suffer heavy snowfall and freezing, life-sapping conditions.
#BRAVOTHREEZERO
@mflspeaker
@authordlewis
@gordonwise
B Squadron’s Air and Mountain Troops, in black CT gear, showing from the Bravo patrols: left to right, back row: No. 3, author Des Powell; No. 7, Andy McNab; No. 10, Chris Ryan; No. 15, Bob Consiglio. From row: No. 9, Joe Ambler; No. 10,Trev Moriarty.
@mflspeaker
@authordlewis
Air Troop, B squadron with yours truly, Des Powell, six from left, back row. Behind is the famous SAS clocktower, upon which are inscribed the immortal words: ‘We are the pilgrims, master, we shall go, always a little further it may be…’
@authordlewis
@mflspeaker
@gordonwise
On 8 May 1945, Prime Minister Winston Churchill announced that the war in Europe had ended. On VEDay, we remember those who fought and died to protect our freedom. Nearly eight decades on we remember the many British, personnel who liberated a continent from tyranny.
“When everything is against you there is always the hardest training in the world to fall back on
#WhoDaresWins
“ The discussion between me &
@authordlewis
at the launch of my book
@NAM_London
where I mention a conversation I had with
@exSASChrisRyan
about the up coming conflict.
Royal Marines emerged from landing craft on to the beaches of Normandy as they followed in the footsteps of their forebears 80 years ago.
Led ashore by Commanding Officer, Colonel Will Norcott and Regimental Sergeant Major Matt Hill.
#dday80
It’s not too late to grab a copy of SAS: Bravo Three Zero to make the perfect Christmas gift, follow the link below to purchase a hardcover, audio book or kindle addition!!
#BravoThreeZero
On VEDay we remember the bravery and sacrifice of the Greatest Generation.
This year we commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and recall the extraordinary events which led to the liberation of Western Europe.
We must never forget the price paid for our freedom and values.
We honour the 80th anniversary of D-Day and remember the courage & sacrifice of the soldiers who fought for our freedom. To the soldiers that stepped up to the mark & laid down their life's so that we can live in a better world, we owe you everything... we will remember them.
On the move with
@authordlewis
promoting BRAVO THREE ZERO! Thanks to all who have purchased a copy and followed me on the journey so far
#BravoThreeZero
“The fire that burnt brightly inside the SOE’s finest continues to burn today” Damien has caught the essence of the ultimate wartime heroine.
@authordlewis
@mflspeaker
@gordonwise
We’ve two ears and one mouth, hence, it’s good practice to listen more, especially when in the presence of the de facto historian
@authordlewis
of the SAS at the launch of Damien Lewis’ latest blockbuster SAS Brothers In Arms yesterday evening.
@gordonwise
@mflspeaker
Today we say our final goodbyes to our once courageous & beloved her Majesty the Queen, we remember her acts of valour and bravery she gave for this country, now may she finally rest. I salute you one last time my queen… thank you Ma’ma🇬🇧
@authordlewis
@mflspeaker
From photo plates of SAS Brothers In Arms, my new book. The gripping tale of the birth of the SAS and the men who forged a new means of waging war. Launch event next week: I'm in conversation with SAS veteran Des Powell
@P22Des
, revealing all.
Great to see my pal’s bestseller being made into such a fantastic Guy Ritchie movie scoring an outstanding 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.
‘
@authordlewis
is both a meticulous historian and a born storyteller’
#sas
#whodareswins
#storyteller
#movie
“Always vigilant, always wary, always hungry for more, me and my team are already on the move in 2023, let’s kick up some positive dust ‘Standby…Standby…Go!’
#NewYear2023
Armed Forces Day - Take time to ponder that we have a select band of highly trained people who will always go a little further.
@authordlewis
@mflspeaker
@gordonwise
Great evening at the
@IWMDuxford
promoting
@authordlewis
latest book SAS: Great Escape Three, never get tired of indulging in these heroic story’s!
Thanks for having us & to Damien it is a pleasure as always, thank you to all who attended this brilliant event!
Book out now!
The auction of SAS: Bravo Three Zero in support of B.B.C Children in Need Appeal 2021 helped raise an unbelievable £24,888! Fantastic efforts for an important cause
@authordlewis
@soph_ransompr
@mflspeaker
Podcast with Point Of The Spear talking with Robert Child about my time in the British Special Forces.
Find the full video on his YouTube channel ‘Point Of The Spear | Military History’
@authordlewis
@mflspeaker
@gordonwise
@soph_ransompr
And here they are my ten..well ok eleven books for this Christmas to read or to put under the tree. I really enjoyed talking about these wonderful books. A fabulous show on
@fromefm
and thank you to Jenna from
@SomersetCool
for hosting this very festive Bookclub. 🎄📚🎄📚
When situational awareness and style need to combine, check out the link below for Dougos amazing Blue Light Eye Wear that improves you sleep recovery and mood.
#eyewear
#shades
#eyewearstyle
#glasses
Fantastic evening celebrating the 2nd birthday of Mens Mental Health Support group ''One For The Lads''! Honoured to have been invited to speak at an amazing event for an important cause! Great to see you all there
#BravoThreeZero
@mflspeaker
@authordlewis
@soph_ransompr
SAS veteran Des Powell on the release of his book 'Bravo Three Zero', written with SAS historian
@authordlewis
.
@P22Des
told
@AliciaEdwards
what readers can expect.
𝗦𝗔𝗦 𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗭𝗘𝗥𝗢
OUT TODAY! Our fascinating new podcast interview with author
@P22Des
about his experiences during the first Gulf War.
Apple:
Android:
The book:
SAS Bravo Three Zero is the new book from no 1 Sunday Times bestseller,
@authordlewis
, with SAS Gulf War veteran
@P22Des
. Published by
@QuercusBooks
@soph_lit
the last book event is taking place at Waterstones, Sidney Street, Cambridge this Thursday 11th November at 6pm. 1/2
" Let us be that proud citizen of our country who has always stood by the beliefs of Saint George. Wishing St. George's Day."
#StGeorgesDay2024
#HappyStGeorgesDay