ELITE No 13 US ARMY RANGERS AND LRRP UNITS 1942-1987

Ranger - the very word conjures up visions of small, highly trained units executing lightning-fast raids on an unexpecting enemy. It is also synonymous with high esprit de corps and excellence at arms. The US Army Rangers provide units of well-disciplined soldiers who possess the knowledge and courage to operate on their own, deep behind enemy lines. Gordon L Rottman explores the history of these unique troops, starting with the original 'Rogers' Rangers' company of 1756, whose daring operations and deep penetrations of enemy-held country laid down the pattern for all subsequent Ranger units to follow. Contents: Introduction · World War II: Europe · World War II: The Pacific and Asia · The Korean War · Enter the LRRPs · The 75th Rangers · The Ranger Course * Colour plates by Ron Volstad.