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Peak District Rescue History

Mountain Rescue : History and Development in the Peak District 1920s-Present Day

by Ian Hurst, Roger Bennett

Publisher: The History Press Ltd

Paperback ISBN: 9780752440910 2 Mar 2009 234 x 165 x 11 (mm) 314g

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This comprehensive book chronicles the development of mountain rescue in the Peak District from its early beginnings in the 1920s through to the present day, tracing the evolution of what has become a streamlined and essential service.

Covering significant rescues that have shaped the service, the geography of this challenging area, the helicopters deployed in operations, cave rescues, and the vital role of SARDA search dogs, this is a thorough exploration of all aspects of mountain rescue work. The book also details the rigorous training required to maintain this life-saving service.

Featuring a wealth of photographs throughout, this book offers readers a fascinating insight into the demanding and often dramatic world of mountain rescue.