{"title":"Craig Wilson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraig Wilson\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in compelling narratives rooted in history and military themes, offering readers a vivid exploration of past conflicts and the human stories within them. His writing brings to life the courage and complexities of those involved, enriching our understanding of significant historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough engaging storytelling, Wilson invites readers to reflect on the bravery and resilience that define his subjects. Whether detailing heroic feats or the broader context of warfare, his works provide a thoughtful and immersive experience for those drawn to history and military studies.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bravo-kiwi-by-craig-wilson-9781869538569","title":"Bravo Kiwi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the story of Major Craig Wilson, combat leader, and the men and women of Bravo and Kiwi Companies. It starts in 2010 at Burnham army base and includes infantry preparations for their tour to Afghanistan, known as Crib 20 - the NZ Army's deadliest tour of duty since Vietnam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2012, the story moves to Romero Base, Bamiyan Province, Afghanistan, as the security situation worsens and culminates in the battle at Baghek and its aftermath. It describes in fascinating detail what it is like to serve and sacrifice for your country, and the physical and mental discipline needed to go from peaceful New Zealand to a war-torn country where you are never sure who is your friend and who your enemy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMajor Craig Wilson is a decorated former SAS member. He was the commanding officer of Bravo Company, which lost two soldiers when they went to the aid of Afghan police at Baghek in August 2012. Craig was left injured, shot in the shoulder, and was Medevac'd to a German hospital. There he heard three more of his team had died in an explosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBravo Kiwi\u003c\/em\u003e includes over 50 photographs, many never before published, including those from the day of the battle itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68026486292716,"sku":"9781869538569","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781869538569-bravo-kiwi-1.jpg?v=1793575938"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/craig-wilson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}