The Paras and their battle group arrived in small numbers in Helmand, south Afghanistan in 2006. Within a month of being on the ground the first of many contacts between the Taliban and British forces began. This book offers an account of the Parachute Regiment's ferocious tour of duty in Helmand Province, Afghanistan 2006.
Presents an illustrated account of Britain's toughest soldiers serving in Paris and in some of the toughest situations experienced by soldiers in years, as they came face-to-face with the Taliban. This title contains nearly 200 colour photos that show the troops moving into Helmand province and images of the thick of battle, and their aftermath.