George Jellicoe: SAS and SBS Commander

George Jellicoe, son of Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, led a life of action, drama, public service, and controversy. He joined the SAS, commanded the SBS, and worked in espionage in Washington. He resigned in 1958 to marry the woman he loved and became Father of the House. The book provides fascinating detail of Special Forces operations and the characters of the countless figures with whom he mixed.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 04 June 2021
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

George Jellicoe, the son of Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, the commander of the British Grand Fleet at Jutland, defied the expectations of his privileged upbringing. This captivating biography, penned by his son, unveils a life filled with action, drama, public service, and controversy. George's remarkable exploits, as the second-in-command of the newly formed SAS under David Stirling and later commanding the SBS, are captivating. Spanning over four years, these adventures encompassed the North African and Mediterranean campaigns, culminating in the heroic rescue of a newly liberated Athens from the communist guerrillas of ELAS. The brutality of Stalinist communism drove him to join the post-war Foreign Office in Washington, where he worked alongside notable figures like Kim Philby and Donald Maclean in the treacherous world of espionage. Resigning in 1958 to pursue his love, he entered politics. Although his ministerial career ended in 1973 due to his inadvertent involvement in the Lambton scandal, he continued to serve in the House of Lords, earning the title of Father of the House. George held numerous public appointments, including President of the Royal Geographical Society, Chairman of the Medical Research Council, President of the SAS Regimental Association, and the UK Crete Veterans Association. Thanks to the author's diligent research and exclusive access, this biography goes beyond a mere portrayal of a significant public figure. It offers a fascinating glimpse into Special Forces operations and the diverse characters with whom George interacted throughout his remarkable life.

Weight: 800g
Dimension: 165 x 240 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399009447