Soldier I sends in the news on the upcoming observance of the Battle of Mirbat. where Peter Winner together with 8 SAS members were sent by the British to assist the government of Oman, fought against communist guerillas from Southern Yemen. The Battle of Mirbat is considered to be one of the finest moments of the SAS ever since it was formed. Interested individuals can book tickets at the Soldier I website.
Join Soldier 'I', Pete Winner, as he recalls the Battle of Mirbat... "Next month we take time to remember the 9 SAS soldiers who fought at the epic Battle of Mirbat. On 19th July 1972, in the small coastal town of Mirbat, Oman, Pete Winner and his eight comrades were attacked by an aggressive, highly organised and determined enemy force which outnumbered them 30 to 1.