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Tom Glynn-Carney (House of The Dragon, Dunkirk) takes us behind the scenes of new BBC drama SAS Rogue Heroes and meets 102-year-old Mike Sadler, who his character is based on.
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[@sandwormgod4771]

Major Mike Sadler passed away on the 4th January, 2024, at 103 years old. What a man. Hero and genius.

[@declanshanahan3888]

The word legend is thrown about far too much. But Mike Sadler is one - what a life.

[@obcl8569]

He was a living legend, and like all great legends, his name, memory, & story will live on for generations upon generations. 😊

[@dkbt1]

RIP Major Sadler. Your legacy will live on for generations. The LRDG are back together once more…❤️

[@neptunejoo]

Tom needs to read a whole audiobook. I really enjoy his voice 😩

[@aditisk99]

True

[@Losaru]

With so few WWII veterans left in the world, it must have been amazing to hear that Mike was not only still alive but sharp of mind. Thank you for this video.

[@mverick5444]

Was he a labour or a tory in his youth?

[@alanjones6359]

@@mverick5444 what's that got to do with it ?

[@Bollockmetwotimes]

Bollocks! They had one of the original SAS there. Ask him how he strangles Italians with their own Urethra! Or how to blow up a Nazi with a Cheetah! FFs these vague platitudes.... Ask him what made him be there and what he actually did!

[@mverick5444]

@@alanjones6359 I was wondering about his political leanings

[@SMGJohn]

Do not worry, when you grow old, there will be plenty of veterans of WW3, I just pray I will live to an old age when I am forcefully conscripted to fight on whatever side they throw me in and tell the future generations to never trust a country run by rich people.

[@tachiebillano6244]

Jesus, Tom looks so much like this man

[@Fantax92]

Why are true heroes always so humble? Thank you Mr. Sadler for your great service

[@lfernandplopsa3627]

Because they were no Influencers , not like today 😖😖😖😖

[@gordonseales3950]

I'm from Newtownards and Robert Paddy Blair Main was their best warrior he's highly revered and was a true Patriot and loyalist played For the British lions and Boxing champion and went to Queen's university in Belfast not only did he take out more aircraft than the best fighter pilots of world war 2 he also took the main gun turret that would have prevented the landings of Sicily Italy and diffied the top brass he stole a plane parachuted out playing lilly Marlene his favourite tunes 100 SAS were murdered he was a prestigious drinker and would pick a fight with anyone Robert Paddy Blair Main was first in command because Stirling was locked up in Coldits for years he stole a Jeep and the Germans thought that they were under a more heavy attack only to go home to Ards and got Pissed up and crashed his car by the Knights Bridge Pub at Scrabbo where I want my ashes scattered he's buried in Movilla cemetery with his family he's still not been awarded the VC he should have it post humus award for Bravery the Victoria Cross

[@jonathanhicks140]

What an incredible likeness between the actor & the man he plays? And how wonderful to hear that Mike is still alive, sharp of mind, & so quietly modest and unassuming - when he achieved something which very few could ever match. Well done sir!

[@declanshanahan3888]

@jonathanhicks totally right the looks were uncanny. I loved the series and yes there is some artistic license but when you hear a relative saying it was spot on that's good enough for me. They left it open for another series, I hope they follow that up when they went to Italy. Legends the lot of them

[@MegaWoody1963]

I thought the same and the actor that played Paddy Mayne apart from the fact that the real Paddy Mayne was taller at about 6'2".

[@SNOWDONTRYFAN]

Have you read The men who made the SAS by Gavin Mortimer

[@johnbeauvais3159]

It was such a delight seeing his character appear on screen and going “Gosh that’s got to be Mike Sadler, he looks just like him”

[@michaeledwards427]

In a time when "heroes" are sports stars who get paid far more than they're ever worth, Mike Sadler is a true genuine hero. Thank you very much Mike for your bravery and your service.

[@mverick5444]

Do you know if he voted tory or labour in his youth?

[@michaeledwards427]

@@mverick5444 What difference do politics make when the bullets are flying on a battlefield? All that matters is that their all comrades in arms looking after each others backs.

[@svensvensson627]

Totally agree!

[@grahamwickens8802]

sports stars are not "Heroes" just overpaid numpties. Mr Sadler I salute you, you are a proper Hero !

[@JAmediaUK]

@@mverick5444 how is that relevant? His politics never came up in any converstation.

[@lozmail]

Mike Sadler was absolutely instrumental to the success of the early SAS. He was resposible for inserting the devastating fighting forces that were the SAS raiding parties deep behind enemy lines and more importantly getting them back to safety. His acheivements during the war are far too many to mention but he is up with Paddy Mayne with regard to influence in shaping the SAS. He was also one of the few people able to tame Paddy - an achievement in its own right! There are fewer true legends in warfare than people claim but Mike Salder is one of them!

[@dominicgallagher8930]

I don't think any man ever tamed Paddy Blair Mayne. Work with him, get him onboard - yes, but Mayne was that primal rogue force that the SAS are all about.

[@tommitchell1826]

dead right mate paddy mane hero off mine

[@michaeldoolan7595]

No one mentions the LRDG though. Nor the SBS operating in the Adriatic.

[@philleeson7835]

@@michaeldoolan7595 the LRDG played a major part in the success of the SAS.a derogatory but friendly term used by the SAS was the Libyan Taxi Service. A name that the The LRDG were happy to be called. The LRDG had some very successful actions in their own right and with out the LRDG the SAS would not have gained the experience that Mike Sadler brought them.Mike gained a lot of knowledge from being a member of the LRDG

[@michaeldoolan7595]

@@philleeson7835 agreed

[@smosmo4617]

What a year for the actor 👏 house of dragon and SAS Rogue heroes...the 2 best New shows of 2022.

[@dutchmcoven7292]

Brings a tear to my eye, ,After the Germans had caught them resting up one night Mike and a few others ,( they had been in their bags sleeping) escaped with no food or water, luckely still wearing boots, and luckier still, comming across a goat herder who gave them a small bladder of water and a few dates. That little walk across the desert he mentioned was over 100 miles. eventially came across a French camp. We will never see the likes of Mike and his mates again, Thank you for your service .

[@douglasherron7534]

For anyone interested, as far as I can tell, the medal ribbons on his battledress blouse are: Top Row (left to right) - Military Cross, Military Medal, 1939-45 Star, Africa Star Bottom Row (left to right) - France & Germany Star, Defence Medal, War Medal 1939-1945 The first two (Military Cross and Military Medal) are gallantry medals awarded for acts of bravery.

[@2410jrod]

I wonder what that would be to the equivalent to the US? Silver Star? Bronze Star? Not doubting the man had some BA11’s , I’m just curious.

[@douglasherron7534]

@@2410jrod Good question and, to be honest, I don't know. In the current UK (post-1993) military awards & decorations structure the Military Cross is a Level 3A Decoration while the Military Medal is a Level 3B Medal - but I believe they were ranked higher before the introduction of the Conspicuous Gallantry Cross (in 1993). During WW2, the M.C. was only awarded to officers/warrant officers while the M.M. was awarded to other ranks (for equivalent actions) so he must have risen from the ranks. The gallantry medal structure in the British Army in WW2 would have gone: (1) Victoria Cross; (2) Distinguished Service Order (Officers)/ Distinguished Conduct Medal (Other Ranks); (3) Military Cross (Officers) / Military Medal (Other Ranks). The criteria for the M.C. & M.M. were as follows: M.C. "an act or acts of exemplary gallantry during active operations against the enemy on land", and M.M.: "acts of gallantry and devotion to duty under fire". I don't know how the U.S. awards are structured, so I can't say what they equivalent to, but I hope this helps.

[@2410jrod]

@@douglasherron7534 I did some homework on my downtime. It looks like if it was the U.S. it’s like the equivalent of a Silver Star and Bronze Star. However, you don’t need them to see that he’s a soldier worth his salt and then some.

[@robjackson9943]

A true Hero ❣️

[@livetwice7702]

We as a country need to live up to ideals that these heroes fought for , I feel ashamed sometimes at what we have become in the face of such self sacrifice

[@johngilmore6688]

Sadly, the country has turned it's back on Almighty God.

[@lindylou7853]

What a handsome pair of lads! How amazing to live through all that and survive to 102. An aunty - all my mum’s wartime nursing friends were aunts - was in an ambulance driving through the desert behind her fiancé’s Jeep when it hit a landline and he was killed right in front of her. She never married.

[@viking6985]

Proud to be french also. A lot of french were integrated into the SAS at the time, and together we made history.

[@crumpetcommandos779]

french contributions are often ignored unfortunately, coming from a englishman you should be proud!

[@stevebrown5160]

What an incredible man and soldier. As a retired soldier who was a Map reading instructor (MAPRIC), your skills to be able to navigate what you did sir is just incredible and under that stress. I salute you Sir.

[@Niinsa62]

Mike Sadler is alive!? Wow! He is a legend! The world is a better place thanks to him, and others like him.

[@lolsaXx]

This is seriously a great show! I binged it in one night and I usually don't apritiate war productions. Tom looks so much like Mike and plays him well. I never realised he was Aegon!

[@jive091]

I binged it in 2 nights and wanted more 👍

[@lolsaXx]

@@jive091 Me too!

[@alanjones6359]

Group of remarkable brave men glad Mike has reached this old age like my dad who served in RAF bomber command reached 96 , young men at that time were a special breed we owe them everything

[@smosmo4617]

I'm American and for years have been appreciative and thankful for the documenting of easy company (band of brothers ) The SAS's ww2 unbelievable achievments deserve the same attention. Extraordinary men in an extraordinary time. My thanks and respect to the family's of these heroes of the U.K, the allied forces , and the world.

[@Novacastrian]

A National Hero by every measure,rest in peace.

[@seanrota3359]

Amazing he has survived this long, when the day comes and he passes on, I hope the British Military honour him with an appropriate send off. From NZ

[@jamescunningham1973]

What an amazing man,i met a guy from the LRDG years ago now and you would never believe that this guy sitting in front of me did what he did,incredible.

[@kirstymackenzie2437]

I just finished reading about Mike in magazine History, and then had to check online to see about him, and was amazed that he is still alive at 103!! Great to actually see him speak here to the actor who played him.

[@daffyddduck2419]

Some men live 10 lifetimes ,Mike is one of these men , god bless him , his courage , his sacrifice and his service

[@freebornjohn2687]

And most don't live one.

[@enlighten92]

Saw him as King Aegon II on house of the dragon and was really impressed with his acting

[@habu179]

It's not about him dope.

[@martin-1965]

Amazing man and fantastic that he is still around at such a grand old age. I must also congratulate Tom Glynn-Carney on his performance in the series and the fact that he inhabits the character so fully, I did not recognise him at all as the boy king from House of the Dragon.

[@igotsome4526]

Sadler is a badass. Really brings you to reality to see him in his old age. Enjoy your youth while you have it

[@georgemorrison9280]

Another early member of the SAS was Jimmy Storie who was a friend of my uncle . Jimmy died a couple of years in the small village of Muchalls near Aberdeen . His funeral was very well attended .

[@iamdjmrpaul]

Heart breaking being blind he couldnt watch the series. A pet heate I have in life is people using the term legend to loosly. Like buying a workmate a coffee and getting called a legend. Its just a coffee. This guy, is a LEGEND

[@Youngbuck83]

A real hero, shame the BBC couldn't do a faithful adaptation of his story.

[@Kinadnuf]

Thanks for this. Also unbelievable how much actor Tom Glynn-Carney was the spitting image of this true hero.

[@SuccessShared]

Amazing the actor looks so much like the SAS hero Mike

[@godzillas6301]

Need more time hearing what the Mike has to say . We owe so so very much .

[@beeboppbaby]

I watched the whole series this weekend and loved it! Great casting ...looks like his double.

[@orion8835]

Chilling. My throat swelled up and I got goosebumps. Frightening missions is history to be respected. People go through so much.

[@paulvalentine8172]

Absolutely loving this series and it’s great the Mike is still around, a genuine hero amongst us.

[@alanjones6359]

Deserves a Knight hood

[@ericcooper1709]

Another fun fact during the D Day landings Bill Millin was Lovat's piper as they waded ashore Lovat said to Millin play the lads a tune Bill to raise their spirits so Millin walked up and down the D Day beach playing his bagpipes (which had been banned by the army) Later some of the Germans captured were asked why they didn't shoot him the reply was "we thought he was mad so felt sorry for him"

[@chrismacpherson7230]

Bagpipes were not banned by the army, each Scottish and Irish regiments had pipe bands since the late eighteenth century.

[@ericcooper1709]

@@chrismacpherson7230 I think you have missed the point, playing the pipes going into battle was banned, of course regiments have pipe bands!

[@simplysimon9868]

Genuine Hero's all of the first SAS. Watched all of the episodes of Rogue Hero's and not something I would normally do. Was gripped by the Acting and story that unfolded. Mike was an amazing navigator. Desert taxi service par excellance. Tom you played Mike so well 👏

[@drgunsmith4099]

Men of pure steel and courage 🙏

[@apathyintheuk265]

Different breed. Absolutely immense.

[@H4CK61]

My grandfather was LRDG G patrol he helped pick them up and drop them off in the early missions and I think people forget that without the LRDG there would be no SAS and Mike Sadler was an LRDG man. The first hit and run raids were done by the LRDG before the SAS was even thought of.

[@californiadreamin8423]

It’s good to read an accurate account as opposed to an account presented to appeal to a tv or film audience. We now know that much of SAS activities were forewarned to the Axis by the use of a broken code by Maj Bonner Fellers , the US military attaché in Egypt, in his detailed reports back to Washington…..and that will not be mentioned by the BBC.

[@beaso63]

Yes, LRDG is often overlooked - Their role was payed well in the series, but could have got a better mention

[@StixDarKlor]

This, I’m currently re-reading Gavin Mortimers book on the LRDG, they were nothing short of amazing. Huge respect to your grandfather, the achievements they made are legend.

[@anthonycollingridge970]

@@beaso63 Totally agree. LRDG (or LRDP as they were originally called) wrote the play book for disruptive hit and run missions behind enemy lines in North Africa. They built there own supply drops, LUP's etc. Acknowledgement of the role LRDG played in North Africa needs to come out of the shadows and be formally recognised as the first of the greats.

[@gutz323]

What does LRDG stand for? Was they commandos?

[@irvingbunt4276]

Legendary. Proud to be British.

[@Rabmac1UK]

God Bless that Brave, Brave, Man *Salute* He and his Colleagues deserve the Utmost Respect Thanks BBC for commissioning this truly wonderful mini-series. Youngsters of today should be obliged to watch it, even in Schools

[@belbrighton6479]

Wow, what an inspiring person. Who fought for our freedom and happiness. Thank you Mike Sadler.

[@bryanjames4919]

I don't normally watch things on WW2, the inconsistency drive me mad, my fathers uncle was in the LRDG so I have a family connection to this place and time, I have studied it, and yes there are inconsistencys but they don't take away from the show, I loved the show and hope they do more, there are so many great stories to be told, that need to be told so these great men are not forgotten,

[@ianrobst6648]

Many are called! But few are chosen! We salute you all you very brave, and wonderful men of the SAS…❤

[@stephensmith4480]

What an absolutely Amazing Man. You can`t teach a person a skill like that. You either have it, or you don`t. This Gentleman had it and he put it to extremely good use.

[@cestrian5294]

The BBC documentary a few years ago was brilliant. Truth stranger than fiction. Navigating back then without sat nav is truly amazing.

[@Happyheretic2308]

It’s a skill, just like mental arithmetic. We haven’t always had sat nav, or calculators, and yet we have people who could navigate without them, like Mike Sadler, and Shackleton’s men getting to South Georgia from the Antarctic in an open boat, by dead reckoning alone, as well as people whose mental faculties are still sharp enough to do their shopping bill in their head before the till rings it up.

[@robjohnson7806]

What a remarkable fella he is, along with all the rest who served. Truly special servants of this country and the world. Bravo Sir.

[@MBO_Bama]

What an honour to meet Mike Sadler, a true hero and man of steel. A true Briton 🇬🇧

[@Raptorman123]

A mahoosive respect for Tom for doing this video never even heard of him until now but this pulled a few heart strings.

[@christaylor491]

Mike Sadler - a true hero and a gentleman. RIP

[@SSGTStryker]

Truly the greatest generation of warriors, regardless of what side of the pond.

[@zaynevanbommel5983]

The single most driving force that saw the SAS thru the war was Paddy Blair Mayne

[@101MRSPICE]

Fun Fact: David Stirling the founder of the SAS was a Scotsman from the Highlands, and his best mate was the founder of the Commandos i.e. Lord Lovat also a Scot and a Highlander these two should have been made generals for what they did during WW1 and WW2 and I'm an Englishman.

[@HongKongShooey]

They were first cousins. The 15th Lord Lovat's name was Simon Fraser. Stirling's mother was a Fraser.

[@ericcooper1709]

And Paddy Maine should receive a posthumous VC

[@Anakin_Sandy_High_Ground]

Did David Stirling and Lord Lovat fight in WW1? Surely they was too young at the time.

[@doug6500]

Why bother stating that you're an Englishman, and why make a point of the Scottish connection? Bore off.

[@JAmediaUK]

@Enigma man They would have made appaling Gennerals. Both were very good at small units doing irregular warfare. They would have been a disaster trying to manage a huge regular army. Horses for courses.

[@rhysmaybrey7739]

Real heroes who helped change ww2 and were the first members of the SAS. Great men. Must have been a true honour to meet him. Great series.

[@parky5329]

I truly hope the regiment looks after him, visits and involves him regularly!

[@danielwatson30]

Hello My grandfather was colonel Stirlings driver on many missions. I wish I could find out what he done ..... from his uniform and many medles! Thank you for your service real men 'x'

[@andersa3448]

RIP, Mr Sadler.

[@skillshiketrek5749]

Sir you remain an inspiration and example to us all. Thank you. My Dad and Grandad both served in the desert, and they would have loved this.

[@panzermatt]

I’m speechless. What a man.

[@lovesword44]

Having read books on the SAS this drama is brilliant, the music in the scenes is spot on for the mood. Well done to all the actors involved in this project. I didn't know Mike was still with us. I salute you sir and all your brothers who achieved such success against all the odds.

[@saileshdaga3800]

hats off to 102 years old

[@scotthaskins1264]

Tears. Just superb. What a privilege to have met the hero you played. Bravo Zulu! 🇬🇧⚓️💪

[@swanaldronson7615]

And he was from my country originally (known by its former name then at least). Very proud of the (sadly largely forgotten) services my nation and its people contributed to the fight against the Nazis and Japanese; Mr Sadler is a shining example. Thank you sir!

[@reefarolla32]

Its wonderful to see an actor so respectful of the character he plays. One of my favorite characters in the series and an excellent portrayal of a man of that time. Thanks for taking the time to make this video and provide us with an opportunity so see and acknowledge a True hero and a very rare human being.

[@vza7938]

id say the single most important and irreplacable person in that group...his navigation skills were simply too valuable

[@ZATennisFan]

That man is still as smart as a tack and humble. A true hero and when he goes on his last journey I hope the Regiment gives him the send off he deserves

[@1mmickk]

I hope the WORLD shows more respect when the last WW2 Soldier dies than it did for the last WW1 Bloke.

[@bakhtrian2867]

What an incredible human being, truly best of the best.

[@bazdutton5972]

It’s amazing what you did. I think the SAS was lucky to have your skills and knowledge. It played a big part in their success. You all gave so much. From the bottom of my heart I salute you all. And Your an Amazing brave man who made a big difference to our life’s. Baz in Leicestershire.

[@JohnHelldiver-01]

These guys and the current SAS are thee top soldiers the world has to offer. No one can beat them.

[@ralphraffles1394]

In another interview he mentions Paddy Mayne, saying the soldiers would follow him anywhere. He described Paddy as a very brave and kind man.

[@keltus_warrior6491]

This actually moved me to tears. Talk about true grit! OMG. What extraordinary men! I have watched Episode 1 of "SAS" 3x. Sadly and regrettably, the sequels are spread out. E2 will be viewable on EPIX come 20 November. I really would prefer to watch the entire series in one sitting. Thank you Tom Glynn-Carey for your performance. I have been and remain a fan. It is because of the Mike Sadler's of our world that the West remains free from tyranny and democratic. I fear we have lost sight of the special gifts these young Warriors brought to the world's landscape, as today we rely heavily on technology. A USAF Veteran, '62-'66 in classified Intel, I salute both of you, Mike and Tom!

[@richardchadwick4028]

God bless him,and all those that fought and died.

[@martinmarsola6477]

God bless these survivors. Without them, where would we be today? ❤

[@rolfagten857]

"Who dares wins" It's great that this story has now been made into a movie. Now filming the story about the ordinary "Tommy" during the tank battle in Overloon (Holland). The story of the humble British infantryman in WW2.

[@robjmorse]

My Dad was in the 2nd SAS and did his training in the desert, where he did meet Randolph Churchill. He was in a group that was sent to pick up Mussolini but they arrived too late, he had already been taken away by the Germans.

[@pluffer96]

Mike Sadler. What a man! What a heroe!

[@mccebu5121]

Binged watched it last night. Great acting, good show. 6 episode seems very short.

[@bull010163]

Better than 10 series 27 episodes per series like in America. Short sharp irreverent and fantastic. Great soundtrack too.

[@edsp666]

Luckily Steven Knight wants there to be 3/4 seasons because there is so much story to tell, hopefully s2 gets greenlit

[@philleeson7835]

Thank you for taking the time to research, respect and portray Mike Sadler in such a professional manner, He is such a modest and humble man. But beneath the calm exterior is a very skilled navigator and desert specialist.

[@StixDarKlor]

What an amazing show, it really elevates some lesser known stories into the public eye. True heroes of the SAS and LRDG o7

[@waynehawkes9105]

They should make a drama on the Chindits it was like going into Jurassic park with head hunting tribes. They really did have a hard war behind enemy lines even more so than the SAS. This drama wood also be amazing British soldiers going into the unknown jungles of Burma taking the fight to the Japanese. My grandfather was in the Chindits 77 special brigade and did the first and second Chindits campaigns.

[@vivek27789]

True.. Very True

[@flankspeed]

This man was the tip of a spear that extends to this day. ❤

[@yvonnesmith2115]

That old trooper is a legend. X

[@lazylad8544]

The bbc series is fantastic. Loved every minute of it. Great actors.

[@jsheekey1]

The actor really looks like him 💕

[@raedjibrail5565]

Wow, what a privilege, what a great man. That was really emotive. Thank you for bringing this story to our screens BBC.

[@HARDMANV1]

I just finished watching the shows all in one go I couldn’t stop. Where do you start ? What a story of how this beautiful, fantastic , BRAVE regiment started. These guys are just simply on another level what soldiers they were and what sacrifices they made for us All. I’m ex army of 10 years so watching it made me laugh out loud so much because I totally understand the banter they had as you definitely need it as a soldier. To this day these guys remain a world class regiment . I’m proud to know a few lads who went into the regiment. so to the heroes of past and present thank you 🙏🏻 for your service and sacrifices we will never forget what you gave to keep the world a safer place . 🇬🇧🫡 please watch this show it’s amazing .

[@habu179]

U from Manchester Vance ?

[@paulleach3612]

Cheers dits.

[@muzmason3064]

Great series, how incredibly brave, selfless and resourceful they were 🕊Lest we forget🕊

[@Rosesarered35]

There's a GOT connection in this miniseries. He's also starring with Alfie Allen. Who played Theon Greyjoy.🐺

[@MrJal67]

Amazing, bless you Mr. Sadler, and all of the "Greatest Generation."

[@elainemackie1431]

Brilliant series and astounding actors

[@pjmoseley243]

Actors exactly and a million miles away from real soldiers Elaine. I actualy worked with a ex sas soldier but was never aware of it until he retired. he was about 5ft 3 inches tall and never swore beyond words like gosh and crikey. He landed in Scicily age 18 years of age. He fought at the battle of Montecasino. we found out he was in the original SAS when one of his work mates went to ask his wife if she had anything we could use at his retiirement do. She dug out all his wartime picture he had kept in a biscuit tin. she had been his childhood sweetheart right from school. you can imagine it was a treasure trove.

[@elainemackie1431]

@@pjmoseley243 lovely story I know that it’s entertainment but I enjoyed it and I think it got the message over. My dad was 17 and in the middle of the Atlantic on HMS Howe as a telegrapher when he was torpedoed by a German submarine. He was last off the ship because he had to keep sending the SOS. The British couldn’t send rescue boats in as the Germans hovered around waiting to take them down too. He hung on to dead bodies for 3 days before he got picked up - put a mental hospital for a year then sent back to war. His brother 18 was in the army in the desert and his other brother 19 in the RAF. My nana never knew where her sons were or if they’d come back. She was only told my dad was missing not that he’d been picked up. When I heat women today having hysterics because their son has gone to university and he only a baby at 17 I I just roll my eyes. Sadly I think people are forgetting how much we owe these brave people and how humble they were. So Proud of my dad and uncles

[@pjmoseley243]

@@elainemackie1431 similar story here, one of my uncles joined the RAF at 19 flew a Catalina sub hunter over the Atlantic escorting shipping a couple of others were lost in the Sahara desert no bodies recovered the family do not know what happened to them, just missing, no bodies found. look for the documentry SAS Warriors true facts what happened. SAS Diaries used for that true history.

[@elainemackie1431]

@@pjmoseley243 cheers will do

[@rooismum1023]

How wonderful for Tom to meet Mike. So glad to have seen this after enjoying the series.

[@robertlong3316]

Nice thing to do Tom. - Was a pleasure working with you. Your little Chevy is still around. Parked up, waiting patiently. )) Robert.

[@apocalypticweasel9078]

the BBC did this story justice can't wait for the next season as the first was just epic

[@jonathanphillips5514]

Is there going to be another season? Stirling's input ends there so be interesting to see how it changes.

[@MelbourneLife]

Sadly, Mike Sadler died on January 15th 2024 just a few weeks short of his 104th birthday. R.I.P.

[@terrycallow2979]

I'm recording the series and will watch it in one session. I too love the wide openness of the desert. An amazing man.

[@erikgood732]

The title “legend” is bandied about. But this man HAS earned the right to be described just that.

[@poetinhybernation]

To my knowledge three of my granduncles served in WW2. Two were combatants, the other a chaplain. They were part of the infamous Death March. Only the priest survived. I did not know much of what happened during the march but I am quite certain that he gave both their last rites. He eventually became a bishop. I wish I had spent more time with him. He died when I was young. I miss him dearly.

[@dominicgallagher8930]

That is an incredible story. God bless your three grand uncles

[@markmarsh9713]

What a fantastic series. What a fascinating Story so well told , acted and produced. A credit to the BBC

[@dkbt1]

Having read the Ben MacIntyre book Sas: Rogue Heroes I have been captivated on the story of how such a small group of men changed the course of the war and how utterly fearless they all were. I’ve seen the ‘originals’ being interviewed (rest in peace) and awe-inspiried by how humble they all seemed as if they were describing a lads holiday. Incredible and a testament to mankind. My total respect and admiration. Ps read the aforementioned book if you haven’t already!!