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The Commando

The life and death of Cameron Baird, VC, MG

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The Commando

By: Ben Mckelvey
Narrated by: Nick Farnell
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 On 22 June 2013, Corporal Cameron Baird was a 2nd Commando Regiment Special Forces soldier when he led his platoon into a known Taliban stronghold to back-up another Australian unit under heavy fire. In the pronged firefight, Cameron was mortally wounded.

In 2014, Cameron's bravery and courage under fire saw him posthumously awarded the 100th Victoria Cross, our highest award possible for bravery in the presence of the enemy. Cameron Baird died how he lived - at the front, giving it his all, without any indecision. He will forever be remembered by his mates and the soldiers he served with in the 2nd Commando Regiment.

THE COMMANDO reveals Cameron's life, from young boy and aspiring AFL player, who only missed out on being drafted because of injury, to exemplary soldier and leader. Cameron's story and that of 4RAR and 2nd Commando personifies the courage and character of the men and women who go to war and will show us the good man we have lost. Military & War Sports Solider Military War Inspiring Middle East
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A well written book about a honourable man and a bunch of equally honourable men. Actually a bit lost for words writing this.
Great narration

Lest We Forget

Honour

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Inspirational story of a man from a growing unit that shows it's capability skill set and fortitude to complete dominance on the Battlefield

Modern warrior a beast on the Battlefield

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the one book I've always wanted to read, it didn't let me down. lest we forget

aspire to inspire

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Loved it a true hero as well as the men he worked with thank you

Humble Hero

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This is a fantastic telling of the life of Cameron Baird VC, MG. Get yourself a copy.

Brilliant.

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