The true, hilarious story of what it was really like to do National Service!

Tony Thorne was one of two million young men called up in post-war Britain to do two years of national service. From the disastrous early medical to his demob in 1958, Tony Thorne recalls the lasting impression made on him by this slice of Army life. An affectionate memoir that will strike a chord with many.

It was W H Smith's top-selling military book for two years running.

"A great reminder for those of us that did it, and a great treat for those that didn't." - Windsor Davies.

"More Virgin Soldiers just like the ones I remember. This lot made me laugh a lot." - Leslie Thomas.

"I could not help myself. I laughed out loud again and again." - John Timpson, OBE.

An ideal gift for anyone who has served in the Army or has an interest in military matters.