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SAS The Great Train Raid

The Most Daring SAS Mission of WWII

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SAS The Great Train Raid

By: Damien Lewis
Narrated by: Matt Bates
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 A WARTIME MISSION UNLIKE ANY OTHER
Autumn 1943: the SAS hijack a train, raid deep into enemy territory, and liberate a concentration camp. A mission so extraordinary, yet so secret, that barely any record exists.

Via first-hand testimonies and long-hidden files, Damien Lewis has unearthed the incredible details, bringing to life an astonishing tale of bravery, daring and determination which showcases the SAS at their very finest.

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PRAISE FOR SAS THE GREAT TRAIN RAID

'A staggering feat of bravery kept secret for decades, but now the SAS train raid on a concentration camp during the Second World War is detailed in an incredible new book' SUNDAY EXPRESS

'Long-hidden files and unseen personal accounts reveal a daring rescue mission from an Italian concentration camp' DAILY TELEGRAPH

'There is an enduring appeal about the SAS in Britain, the United States and beyond, in an age when we need heroes who were fighting the good fight more than ever' SUNDAY TIMES

'In autumn 1943 the SAS pulled off one of the most audacious missions of the Second World War. And yet the Great Train Raid to liberate Pisticci concentration camp has been relatively unknown until now' TIMES RADIO

'Fittingly titled as it features a train and was totally crazy. An unbelievable mission deep into enemy territory to free prisoners from arguably the first concentration camp to come to the attention of the allies... I've read the book cover to cover and it's absolutely astonishing what these people did' TONY LIVESEY, BBC RADIO 5 LIVE©2025 Omega Ventures Limited (P)2025 Quercus Publishing Armed Forces Historical Military Military & War Special & Elite Forces

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All stars
Most relevant
An eye opener
I had no knowledge of the activities described and the remarkable achievements of the soldiers often in grim circumstances

Courage and dedication

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A brilliant book as ever by Mr Lewis.
10/10 keep up the great work, telling all of how we won the war.

An amazing account of the heroes from ww11.

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Typical Damien Lewis brilliantly researched and no detail missed, Enthralling listen to The bravery of that took part in the operations told.

Excellent Listen

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Superb narrator very clear and easily understood. Describes each character and makes them come alive.

Never heard of this raid previously

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The amazing things a man can do with just a strong moral and duty and the strength of character with the men in there team

How are these things not know until now

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