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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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The book overall was great. Spoken in a way that sounds like it was the writer reading it. I like when Australian books are read by Australian's.

Great book about one of the Australian heros.

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Joy and sadness, I felt both throughout this book. a true legend that died doing what he loved. lest we forget.

Top Bloke, Aussie Hero.

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A truly incredible story, well written and narrated. Inspiring for all who read, Cameron Baird VC, MG a true modern day ANZAC legend.

RIP DIG

A Brilliant story about a Brilliant man!

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A remarkable story of how one injury can change the direction of not only one Man, but helped shape The Australian Commando Regiment.
This a story told by his Family, his friends his Brothers in Arms and his his Superior Officers about a young man who is so focused and determined to be the best at everything he does.
He is an absolute Aussie Legend and Hero who clearly deserves the recognition he has had placed on him and there should be an Australian led Hollywood Blockbuster film made about his life and death.

The Ultimate Australian Hero

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really good book outlining the establishment of 2 commando, the effects of war and the incredible story of an inspirational soldier Cpl Cameron Beard VC MG

An inspiring story.

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