Springboks, Troepies and Cadres: Stories of the South African Army by David Williams (Used)

Springboks, Troepies and Cadres offers a gripping record of the army's hundred-year existence. It is based on the stories of a divergent group of soldiers - from general officers and majors to ordinary foot soldiers. Historical battles, including Delville Wood (World War I),  El Alamein (World War II) and Cuito Cuanavale (Border War), come alive in these first-hand accounts which bring home the realities of war. The author also takes a hard look at the army since 1994 and the challenges it faces today.

This soldiers' history highlights several themes: the blending of tactics from different military cultures; the tradition of a citizen army rather than a large professional force; and an emphasis on keeping casualties to a minimum, reflecting a military ethos that has glorified effectiveness rather than sacrifice.

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