Kuwait

The book opens with Iraqi troops and armor rolling across Kuwait's border.

Hangar

The half squadron stayed in a hangar that was 300 feet long and under 50 feet wide. There were 40 men in the hangar along with all sorts of ammunition, equipment, and vehicles.

Shorncliff, Kent

This is where Andy went for his initial training when he joined the Royal Green Jackets.

Winchester

Andy had a period at the Rifle Depot in Winchester. It was at Winchester that he fell in love with the Army.

Gibraltar

When Andy was stationed in Gibraltar in 1977, he felt as if he were in heaven.

Northern Ireland

Andy did his first tour in Northern Ireland late in 1977.

South Armagh

After his tour in northern Ireland, Andy was sent back to South Armagh. He was Lance Cpl. at the time.

Wales

Andy trained in Wales for Winter Selection in 1984.

Hereford

After grueling training...