SAS Essential Survival

A hardworking series of practical survival handbooks based on SAS training and techniques, covering every aspect of survival in the world's most inhospitable places. Specially designed to fit in a rucksack or pocket, and packed with clear, easy-to-follow advice, these books are the essential companion for any adventurer, no matter how hostile the environment.The Special Air Service operates worldwide, often in remote and hostile locations where nature poses as much of a hazard as any enemy. In order to stay alive and complete their missions, SAS personnel are rigorously trained in the art of survival. Based on SAS training and techniques, this general survival guide contains detailed information on basic survival in any situation, including techniques of shelter construction, sourcing water, first aid, fire-making, food hunting, signalling, navigation and equipment. Practical and drawing on first hand knowledge, entries are arranged in order of survival priority, illustrated using photographs, cutaway drawings and diagrams.