A Mother's Worry: Young Bagzar

To say that Ian Bagzar Stiles OAM has led an interesting life would be a considerable understatement. The book is now fully updated with his early years, including his time with the Rhodesian SAS.

At just 14 years of age, Stiles began work in a gun shop, where he developed a strong knowledge of firearms and hunting. At 17, he joined the Australian Army, and by 18 had passed both SAS selection and parachute training, entering the elite Special Air Service.

Sent to New Guinea for training ahead...