THE EYES OF THE DESERT RATS

DISPONIBILE SETTEMBRE 2024

The Long Range Desert Group (LRDG), formed from a diverse mix of Allied forces including British Guards, yeomanry cavalry, and troops from New Zealand, South Africa, and India, emerged as one of the most effective special forces of World War II. They pioneered deep desert operations, conducting extensive reconnaissance missions, mapping uncharted territories, and performing irregular warfare behind enemy lines with extraordinary precision and minimal casualties. Their collaboration with the Special Air Service (SAS) further honed their expertise in desert navigation and mechanized warfare, making them a pivotal force in the North African Campaign and a lasting subject of study for military strategy, particularly in the context of modern desert operations.