David Stirling: How Long A POW? The Untold Story!

Ever wondered about the fate of a war hero, trapped behind enemy lines? David Stirling, the legendary founder of the SAS, endured a significant period as a prisoner of war, a testament to the harsh realities faced even by the most ingenious and courageous leaders.

Archibald David Stirling, born on November 15, 1915, at Keir House, near Doune, Perthshire, Scotland, lived a life far removed from the confines of a prison camp for much of his early years. His childhood in the Scottish Highlands instilled in him a love for freedom and honed his skills as a hunter. Strikingly tall and athletically built, Stirling initially seemed an unlikely candidate to revolutionize warfare. As World War II loomed, Stirling abandoned his mountaineering aspirations and joined the Scots Guards in 1939. An early, almost comical, end to his military career nearly occurred when he fell asleep during an officer’s class after a late night, almost leading to his expulsion. However, fate had other plans for the young Stirling.

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