Belfast 85: A Soldier's Story by Mark Hayward - Paperback, 131 Pages

This paperback memoir recounts Mark Hayward’s first-hand experience as a young British soldier in West Belfast during the Troubles. It is for readers interested in military service, Operation Banner and the history of the conflict in Northern Ireland; the book is 131 pages and written in English.

Key Features

• First-Hand Account: Follows a young British soldier’s six-month tour in West Belfast, beginning in June 1985.
• Daily Patrols: Describes life on patrol and the tensions of areas including the Divis Flats.
• Personal Impact: Explores the responsibilities and lasting memories of an operational tour.
• After Service: Concludes with the author’s transition into post-service life.

Specifications

• Author: Mark Hayward
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 131
• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication Date: 17 September 2026
• Language: English
• Release Date: 17 September 2026
• Dimensions: 14 x 0.8 x 21.6 cm (5.5 x 0.3 x 8.5 in)
• Weight: 159 g (5.6 oz)
• ISBN-13: 979-8191499475
• EAN: 9798191499475