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The Eyes of the Desert Rats

British Long-Range Reconnaissance Operations in the North African Desert 1940-43

By: David Syrett

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The Eyes of the Desert Rats

British Long-Range Reconnaissance Operations in the North African Desert 1940-43

By: David Syrett

Made up of members of the Coldstream and Scots Guards, British Yeomanry cavalry regiments, New Zealanders, South Africans, and Indian Army men, the Long Range Desert Group was perhaps the most effective of all the "special forces" established by the Allies during the Second World War. It was able to go thousands of miles into enemy territory, well-armed and carrying its own supplies of petrol, food and even water to last for weeks at a time - something quite new in military history. Using experience acquired in WWI and inter-war exploration travels, the LRDG thus developed the ability to appear almost anywhere in the desert to carry out almost every type of ground reconnaissance mission possible in desert warfare, exploring and mapping the terrain, transporting agents behind enemy lines or determining the strength and location of enemy forces with an extraordinary degree of accuracy and detail and thus able to verify or hide Ultra intelligence. Equally important were their skills in the art of desert navigation, demonstrated in the outflanking of the enemy during the Allied advance from El Alamein westward to Tunisia, as led by the LRDG. Once it had teamed up with the Special Air Service (SAS), made up of British, Free French, Commonwealth and Jewish Palestinian soldiers, the LRDG perfected the art of irregular mechanized warfare conducted in the rear of the enemy's forces in the desert, attacking enemy installations of all kinds, mining roads, raiding airfields, destroying enemy aircraft on the ground and inflicting losses upon the enemy in inverse proportion to their own remarkably low rate of casualties. Through meticulous research in original archival material, this book thus tells the extraordinary story of how a relatively small number of dedicated men developed the methods and techniques for crossing by motor vehicle the depths of the then unmapped and seemingly impassable great deserts of Egypt and Libya, the Western Desert, during the British Army's North African Campaign of 1940-43. The Long Range Desert Group and the Special Air Service as a matter of course did extraordinary things - the heroic was the commonplace. Their tactics, techniques and remarkable success in desert warfare continue to make them of great interest to the student of military affairs. Likewise, as it seeks to answer how the deep desert can best be used for military purposes, this study is pertinent to today's military operations, perhaps more so than at any time since World War II. "…this study provides fresh insights into the nature of desert warfare, past, present and future… [and] reveals the peculiarities of this warfare often lost to modern armies… a virtual primer, useful to commanders and soldiers alike. At long last this book can find its rightful place in the classroom of military courses and colleges and in the hands of those interested in the intricacies, complexities and problems of military operations in desert regions". From the Foreword to the book by Colonel (Retired) David M. Glantz.

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1912174634

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Global Water Funding

Innovation and efficiency as enablers for safe, secure and affordable supplies

By: David Lloyd Owen

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Global Water Funding

Innovation and efficiency as enablers for safe, secure and affordable supplies

By: David Lloyd Owen

Is safe and sustainable water and sanitation for all an unaffordable pipedream? This book surveys the worldwide development of water and sewage services and the challenges in meeting Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG6) along with climate change, population growth and urbanisation. It explores the reasons why current SDG6 progress is failing, including weak policy implementation, staff shortages and inadequate funding, as well as the limited impact of aid funding. The author contends that despite a series of innovations, debt finance remains too small to address needs of developing economies. Therefore, instead of advocating new funding, this book proposes addressing the funding gap through technological innovation and more efficient management and procurement through a series of examples that have challenged traditional assumptions. After four decades of good intentions, SDG6 is making a difference in monitoring shortfalls for the first time, allowing for more effective responses. This book outlines the role of innovation in hardware development, procurement and installation, and discusses how network management and operations can most effectively address funding gaps. The potential for savings is considerable, if effectively replicated. New approaches are driving forward affordable resilience, including nature-based solutions such as upstream habitat enhancement to retain water and improve downstream water quality; the circular economy, including water, nutrient, energy and heat recovery from wastewater; and demand management. This book will be of great value to scholars, policy makers and practitioners interested in the global finance of sustainable water and sanitation.

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Springer Nature

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3030494543

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The Long Range Desert Group 1940-1945

Providence Their Guide

By: David Lloyd-Owen

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The Long Range Desert Group 1940-1945

Providence Their Guide

By: David Lloyd-Owen

This splendid record takes the reader behind enemy lines not only in North Africa but in Italy, the Aegean and the Balkans.The Author, who commanded the LRDG, paints a vivid picture of the unit's colourful characters: for example, Ralph Bagnold who put to good use the knowledge he gained from his pre-war desert travels.The LRDG was truly international with New Zealanders and Rhodesians playing key roles.This classic book won acclaim from the critics on its first publication by virtue of the author's unique knowledge, experience and narrative skills.

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Pen and Sword

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0850527120

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Smart Water Technologies and Techniques

Data Capture and Analysis for Sustainable Water Management

By: David A. Lloyd Owen

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Smart Water Technologies and Techniques

Data Capture and Analysis for Sustainable Water Management

By: David A. Lloyd Owen

An Insightful Examination of Smart Water Systems and Technology Inland water supplies are under increasing pressure. Climate, social, and demographic change have begun tipping the balance toward demand management, as supplies begins to dwindle. Water and wastewater infrastructure will play a central role in the management of this increasingly valuable resource, and Smart Water Technologies and Techniques: Data Capture and Analysis for Sustainable Water Management provides insight on a key part of the solution. Smart water applications optimise the way water and wastewater services are used, allowing more efficient allocation of limited resources while adding flexibility to the system. Automation, real-time data capture, and rapid interpretation allow utilities and users to monitor, manage, and act on the part of the water cycle that matters to them, minimizing costs of providing service through optimal use of extant assets. This book brings together the core principles, key developments, and current state-of-the-art into a single resource that: Considers smart water within operational, economic, policy, and regulatory contexts Provides a comprehensive overview of the smart water concept and the latest advances in the field Examines key considerations and objections raised to date Discusses the potential value of smart water, from perception to policy Shows how smart water systems can optimize efficiency and flexibility of water and wastewater management Explores future directions for smart water development in the pursuit of balanced supply and demand Although primarily designed for water supply and sanitation, smart water systems may be applied to irrigation, reservoir and dam management, inland water flows, and more, making it a valuable asset as water scarcity begins to spread around the globe. This book answers the questions, assuages concerns, and explains the technology that could revolutionize the way water is accessed and supplied.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119078652

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The Bloody Road to Tunis

Destruction of the Axis Forces in North Africa, November 1942–May 1943

By: David Rolf

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The Bloody Road to Tunis

Destruction of the Axis Forces in North Africa, November 1942–May 1943

By: David Rolf

As the Afrika Korps withdrew after a bruising defeat at El Alamein, it became apparent that Axis forces would not be able to maintain their hold over Libya. Rommel pulled his troops back to Tunisia, digging in along the Mareth Line, and turned westwards t

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Frontline Books

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147389705X

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Medieval Powys

Kingdom, Principality and Lordships, 1132-1293

By: David Stephenson

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Medieval Powys

Kingdom, Principality and Lordships, 1132-1293

By: David Stephenson

First full-scale account of the medieval realm of Powys.

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Boydell & Brewer

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178327140X

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Apley and Solomon's Concise System of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Fourth Edition

By: Louis Solomon,David J. Warwick,Selvadurai Nayagam

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Apley and Solomon's Concise System of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Fourth Edition

By: Louis Solomon,David J. Warwick,Selvadurai Nayagam

Apley and Solomon’s Concise System of Orthopaedics and Trauma is firmly established as the leading introductory textbook of orthopaedic practice and the principles of fracture management. Praised in previous editions for its systematic approach, balanced content and easy-to-read style, the fourth edition has been brought fully up to date with more than 800 illustrations, many new to this edition, providing an invaluable pictorial account of this highly visual subject. Key features of the Fourth Edition: Reflects the changing pattern of musculoskeletal disease around the world Focuses on actual diseases and clinical signs, with additional coverage of anatomy where appropriate—ideal for the medical student and junior surgeon Provides helpful guidance on simple procedures without unnecessary operative detail Includes revised and expanded sections on developments in molecular biology and genetics—reflecting the growing clinical significance of these important areas Demonstrates new imaging technologies Retains popular features such as handy check points and text boxes—ideal for rapid assimilation during a clinical placement or exam revision This text remains the first choice for medical students, trainee surgeons and other health professionals seeking a concise introduction to this large and complex subject. It is a natural preface to the more detailed coverage offered by the parent book, Apley’s System of Orthopaedics and Trauma.

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CRC Press

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0340941529

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The Long Range Desert Group 1940-1945

Providence Their Guide

By: David Lloyd-Owen

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Providence Their Guide

By: David Lloyd-Owen

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The Long Range Desert Group, 1940–1945

Providence Their Guide

By: David Lloyd-Owen

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The Long Range Desert Group, 1940–1945

Providence Their Guide

By: David Lloyd-Owen

“A very engaging and fine tribute to a small band of men whose impact on the North African campaign in particular was quite immense.” —Pegasus Archive This splendid record takes the reader behind enemy lines not only in North Africa but in Italy, the Aegean and the Balkans. The author, who commanded the LRDG, paints a vivid picture of the unit’s colorful characters: for example, Ralph Bagnold who put to good use the knowledge he gained from his pre-war desert travels. The LRDG was truly international with New Zealanders and Rhodesians playing key roles. This classic book won acclaim from the critics on its first publication by virtue of the author’s unique knowledge, experience and narrative skills. “This superb account, written by one of their former commanders, examines the formation of the unit, the very diverse personalities which shaped it, the North African operations, and their subsequent role in Italy and the Balkans . . . Filled with detailed descriptions of individual operations and the remarkable characters who carried them out.” —Pegasus Archive

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1473814979

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The Eyes of the Desert Rats

British Long-Range Reconnaissance Operations in the North African Desert 1940-43

By: David Syrett

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British Long-Range Reconnaissance Operations in the North African Desert 1940-43

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Global Water Funding

Innovation and efficiency as enablers for safe, secure and affordable supplies

By: David Lloyd Owen

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The Eyes of the Desert Rats

The Eyes of the Desert Rats

Global Water Funding

Global Water Funding

The Long Range Desert Group 1940-1945

The Long Range Desert Group 1940-1945

Smart Water Technologies and Techniques

Smart Water Technologies and Techniques

The Bloody Road to Tunis

The Bloody Road to Tunis

Medieval Powys

Medieval Powys

Apley and Solomon's Concise System of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Fourth Edition

Apley and Solomon's Concise System of Orthopaedics and Trauma, Fourth Edition

The Long Range Desert Group 1940-1945

The Long Range Desert Group 1940-1945

The Long Range Desert Group, 1940–1945

The Long Range Desert Group, 1940–1945

The Eyes of the Desert Rats

The Eyes of the Desert Rats

Global Water Funding

Global Water Funding

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