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Sunday Bloody Sunday

A Soldier's War in Northern Ireland, Rhodesia, Mozambique and Iraq

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Sunday Bloody Sunday

By: Gregory Michael Budd, Jake Harper-Ronald
Narrated by: Pat Devon
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Summary
 Gold is forged in fire.Men in the furnace of adversity… Step into the extraordinary life of Jake Harper-Ronald, a man whose childhood dream of becoming a soldier led him on an unparalleled journey.In 1966, he fulfilled his ambition as a conscript in the Royal Rhodesia Regiment, only to embark on a series of adventures that most soldiers can only imagine.From early days in the elite Parachute Regiment in the UK to his pivotal role as the official photographer during the infamous 'Bloody Sunday' in Northern Ireland, Jake's path was one of courage and resilience.He left an indelible mark on history, capturing iconic moments through his lens that still resonate today. Returning to Rhodesia in 1974,Jake's journey continued with the ultra-tough SAS and Selous Scouts.His daring cross-border raids and contributions as a professional soldier showcased his unwavering commitment.Despite facing the trials of combat, he persevered, transitioning to a top-secret Special Branch callsign and later joining Zimbabwe's Central Intelligence Organisation.Jake's remarkable story unfolded further as he operated as an intelligence agent for global powers such as South Africa, Britain, and the US.His path was not without challenges;accusations of treason led to his time in solitary confinement at Goromonzi Detention Centre.Undeterred, he emerged from adversity, and in 1989, MI6 enlisted his expertise to train and lead militias combating Renamo in Mozambique.His efforts were so impactful that his Special Forces unit was integrated into Mozambique's National Army.Witnessing the harrowing realities of Mozambique, Jake's journey came full circle as he returned to Zimbabwe and ventured into the private security sector and onto private military contracting in Iraq.Despite his health declining, his resolve remained unshaken until his passing in 2007 at age 59.Immerse yourself in an incredible narrative of bravery, sacrifice, and tenacity as 'Sunday Bloody Sunday' chronicles his awe-inspiring life.©2009 Gregory Michael Budd (P)2024 Patrick Devenish Africa Freedom & Security Military Politics & Government Solider
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If you want to select narrator with SA or Zim accent (understandable) then why have him pronounce words like an American?

Great story ruined by awful narration

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it was obvious from the norator he has never served, spelling the NAAFI letters than the 1 word name. some of the book was pull up a sand bag and a few errors re historically some of the dates where confusing.
however as a Veteran myself I enjoyed the info re traning wepons and other procedures

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The inability of the narrator to correctly pronounce English words makes this a chore to listen to.

Good writing, poor reading

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Great story’s Took a bit to get used to the narrator. But once I got in to it , was good

Interesting story

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The story was interesting, however the writing was amateurish and delivered by, possibly, the worst narration I have ever heard.

Interesting story but poor delivery

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