My Memoirs of the British South Africa Police 1966-1981 - Michael J. Shaw
My Memoirs of the British South Africa Police 1966-1981
An Eyewitness Operational Record of the Rhodesian Bush War and Tactical Police History
Bibliographic Specifications
- Title: My Memoirs of the British South Africa Police 1966-1981: Witness to a Forgotten War
- Author: Michael J. Shaw
- Publisher: Privately Published / CreateSpace, Durban
- Publication Date: 2015 (First Edition)
- ISBN-13: 9781928211716
- Edition Details: First Edition, Standard Softcover Distribution. A highly sought-after, niche independent military memoir.
- Binding: Original publisher's premium illustrated card wrappers.
- Physical Format: Octavo (8vo), 284 pages. Illustrated with personal archival combat photographs, patrol maps, and regional police station records.
- Language: English
Official Condition Report
- The Book: Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Exterior / Wraps: The outer covers are exceptionally flat, square, and bright. The spine is uncreased, crisp, and robust. Features only slight handling-related wear along the extreme corner tips.
- Interior: Near Fine. The text block is tight and firm. Internal pages and photographic layouts are clean, white, and immaculate. Free from institutional stamps, previous owner inscriptions, or highlighting.
- The Dust Jacket: Not Applicable (As Issued)
Synopsis & Historical Value
Michael J. Shaw’s My Memoirs of the British South Africa Police delivers an authentic, unfiltered perspective on the frontline operations of the BSAP during the intense Rhodesian Bush War. Serving from 1966 through the transition to Zimbabwe in 1981, Shaw details the daily challenges of counter-insurgency warfare, border controls, rural station policing, and joint tactical efforts with the Rhodesian Security Forces. This scarce book stands out as an irreplaceable piece of military history, providing an on-the-ground look at a legendary police force during its final years.
Author Profile: Michael J. Shaw
Michael J. Shaw is a veteran law enforcement officer and military researcher who dedicated fifteen years to the British South Africa Police (BSAP) during one of the most volatile guerrilla conflicts of the late 20th century. After relocating to South Africa, Shaw painstakingly compiled his journals, official deployment maps, and personal photographic collection to preserve the history of his fellow service members. His work is highly respected in veteran circles for its historical accuracy and focus on tactical detail.
