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Charlie One

The Story of an Irishman in the British Army and His Role in Covert Counter-Terrorism Operations

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Charlie One

By: Sean Hartnett
Narrated by: Aidan Kelly
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Filled with roller coaster emotions and explosive revelations of covert operations, Charlie One provides a unique, detailed and unbiased account of the secret war fought in Northern Ireland.

Seán Hartnett grew up in Cork in the 1970s where he observed the worst of the northern Troubles. Despite his family’s republican ties and his own attempt to join the IRA, Hartnett shocked family and friends when he joined the British Armed Forces. In 2001 Hartnett returned to his native Ireland, but this time as a member of the British Army’s most secretive covert counter-terrorist unit in Northern Ireland. For the next three years Hartnett was directly involved in some of the highest profile events of that period, from the arrest of John Hannan for the bombing of the BBC in London and some of the biggest blunders by British intelligence agencies in the history of the Troubles.

©2016 Sean Hartnett (P)2020 W. F. Howes Ltd Military & War Inspiring Thought-Provoking British Army Ireland

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great read from grass roots level perspective. I had no idea how sophisticated the intelligence services had become during the Troubles.

interesting insight

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A testament to the Tradesmen/Women, who through long hours, innovation, dedication and technical expertise keep operational equipment in the hands of troops. And a really interesting account of the real fight against terror.

Brilliant and Insiteful

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An ending of Squaddie humour magnitude, well written an amazing insight behind the scenes of true guts and fearless people

Excellent

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Fantastic book. Being from L-Derry in Northern Ireland and growing up through the troubles I can relate so much to the content of this book. With lots of the action been based in my hometown and surrounding areas it gives an insight as to what went on behind the scenes in this horrific war. Narrated by an Irish man makes it all the more real. Enjoyed it so much I just about to start it all over again!!!

Fantastic. Had me gripped right from the start!

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A great listen from start to finish.
Some amazing stories from the Det.
I can’t imagine what it was like for the author in the British Army but you have my upmost respect.

Great Audible book

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Nicely read , easy to listen to and very informative book . Highly recommended especially as it’s a free listen

Interesting and informative

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brillant brillant story well narrated what a man and what a career . a very must read/listen.

amazing

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A brilliant alternative view on operating in NI, nice to hear the hard work that goes on behind an operations success than all the SF, I’m Ali crap. A real soldiers view on soldering.
His farewell gift is awesome and I still smile thinking about it🤝😂🤛

Outstanding

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Enjoyed the book very much, fascinating story of a southern Irishman serving in the British army in Ulster.

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A fantastic insight into the intelligence services/special ops fight against terrorism in Northern Ireland.

Excellent read

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