The Commando
The life and death of Cameron Baird, VC, MG
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4.8 • 64 Ratings
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- $14.99
Publisher Description
'Corporal Baird was a modern-day warrior who set a standard that every soldier aspires to achieve.' - GENERAL DAVID HURLEY
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.
Customer Reviews
Great book
Awesome book about an absolute Aussie legend that was taken too soon RIP mate
Cam Baird
Although having never served in the military .. missing the ‘National service call up’, I had always wondered what might have been!
This Testament to an OUTSTANDING young Australian, Cam Baird VC, MG, is an inspiring read. I almost was drawn to tears reading of Cams final moments and I had to CHEER, along with his mates when reading and remembering the VC award and acknowledgment.
This is one story I will not forget. Lest We Forget.
You’re a hero to us all Cam Baird.
Must Read
This book is inspirational on so many levels. This man who inspires others after his death is true hero and has been honoured accordingly. Depicted by this author in with great sensitivity and humility. Awesome!