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Once upon a War

The Unstoppable Warpath of the Unkillable Jack Churchill

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Once upon a War

By: Benjamin Blackie
Narrated by: Jamie Treselyan
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You know the era… You know the war…

But you don’t know Jack.

The epic embarkation of a captivating chronicle, Once Upon a War introduces the Unstoppable Warpath of the Unkillable Jack Churchill.

From his entry into the British Army and service in Burma, his sporting accolades and various talented civilian accomplishments, to his fit return to fight the Nazis in France. This enthralling, action-packed first instalment of the incredible true saga tells the story of the distinguished soldier, archer, and swashbuckler’s unbelievable escapades throughout the Phoney War period, encompassing the infamous longbow kill during the ambush at L’Épinette.

Jack Churchill is one of the most renowned soldiers to have served within the Allied Forces during the Second World War.

His victories, valour, and triumphs are amongst the most legendary of historical conquests. Curiously, his tale is also one of the least celebrated.

Based on the untold True Story.

Presented unlike ever before, experience war through the eyes of the hopeless romantic, courageous warfighter, and sword-wielding eccentric, Mad Jack, as he beds the lasses and slays the fascists.

Arrow by arrow... Minute by minute…

Recount and relive his extraordinary history.

©2024 Benjamin Blackie (P)2024 Benjamin Blackie Historical Fiction War & Military

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The story of Mad Jack

Had no idea who Mad Jack was until this book and I have to say, it’s pretty remarkable that this is actually a true story… how it’s not more well known or how it has not been made into a movie or tv show yet is beyond me. Kudos to the author Benjamin Blackie for delivering a brilliant story, kept me engaged the whole way and also the narrator Jamie Treselyan for doing a marvellous job and with the different voices!

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