If there is ever an invasion.... I want TheoKnell on my side.
Theo served with the British Army, including the SAS, for 22 years. A Hell for Heroes is his attempt to give an honest account of army life and very importantly, life after the army.
It’s a fascinating read, warts and all – covering service in Ireland and
Africa - which will leave you with deep respect for the military. Even Paras
puke with fear, but they jump just the same.
People like Theo are fitter, tougher and more capable than 99% of civilians
could ever be. They can load weapons under fire, run 40 miles, cure a village
of dysentery and perform surgery, as and when required.
But when they are thrown out into Civvy Street, all the structure,
camaraderie and usefulness is gone, leaving a terrible vacuum.
For Theo, that
was when the nightmare of post-traumatic stress disorder began. He found it
hard to land even the most menial of jobs: a leader of men it took him years to
find his feet. He urges the services to do more to make the transition from
military life to civilian life better. They should.
Theo served with the British Army, including the SAS, for 22 years. A Hell for Heroes is his attempt to give an honest account of army life and very importantly, life after the army. check out this website
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