This is a very full account of the significant part played by the 'Sappers' in the Korean War, that started with the surprise attack on the South by North Korean forces. Three long years of serious and unpleasant warfare took place and ended with an uneasy armistice which is still continuing.

The human cost was immense: UK losses along were 300 offices and atleast 4,000 other ranks. This does not include the terrible injuries, physical and mental, inflicted on those who did eventually survive. Unfortunately, the word Korea means very little to most of the general pubic today, but this book gives everyone the opportunity to learn about it through the eyes of the author who was there as a junior officer. Incidentally, he later became the Chief Royal Engineer as a senior General.

The book not only tells of great gallantry and superb enterprise; it also reveals some very interesting and amusing exploits by men of all ranks. This is a book that should interest everyone. Highly recommended.

Pennant Magazine

This book is not only a fascinating account of the Sappers' achievement but a tribute to the sacrifice of those who did not return.

Britain at War Magazine

This book is not merely a gripping yet thoroughly readable, account of the sappers achievement but a tribute to the scarifies of those who did not return.

Modeling Magazine

The story is well balances, covering both the exciting fighting and myriad of often banal, yet essential, tasks carried out in an operational theatre. A good, if slightly niche, account.

Soldier magazine

This gripping an sometimes humorous book of resource and courage in a vicious war – the first fought under UN auspices – reminds us that Sappers are fighting soldiers, none more resourceful or steadfast. Whether clearing the way for the infantry, building their bridges or fighting with them.

The Times