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National Service helped turn boys of 18, from all sorts of backgrounds, into men. Herded together for 12 weeks of basic training, they were harried and shouted at. This work offers an affectionate account of two years in uniform.
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Tony Thorne (23339788) signed up in 1956 and spent 2 years in kharki. He then went on to have a successful career in banking. Brasso, Blanco & Bull was first self published 1998 to huge acclaim.
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This lot made me laugh a lot. * Leslie Thomas * A treasure house of memories for all those who were in national service. * Lord Ashdown * Sheer hilarity * Soldier Magazine * A very funny and affectionate memoir * Daily Mail *
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- PublisherLittle, Brown Book Group
- Publication date2012
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. When Tony Thorne first turned up for his medical in 1956 he had little idea of the adventures he would face and the people he would encounter over the next two years in service. Brasso, Blanco & Bull is the hilarious account of life in National Service, where 23339788 Thorne faced the horrors of basic training, the boredom of the drill yard as well as the unforgettable camaraderie of the squad.Praise:'This book took me back more years than I care to remember.' Bernard Cribbins, The Parachute Regiment, 1947-8'A great reminder for those of us that did it and a great treat for those that didn't.' Windsor Davies, East Surrey Regiment, 1950-2'More Virgin Soldiers just like the ones I remember. This lot made me laugh a lot.' Leslie Thomas, Royal Army Pay Corps 1949-51'I thoroughly enjoyed the read.It took me back to my days of national service, most of which I enjoyed!'Freddie Truman, OBE, Royal Air Force 1951-3 The comedy classic of life in National Service. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781780334592
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