vogeleyfamily I wasn't more than 11 years old when the incidents shown in 'The Last Post' were playing out but as a history buff I am very aware of the strife in Aden as the British were unwinding their overseas possessions. As a history buff and a retired field grade officer in the U.S. Army I saw the clinkers right off in the portrayal of the soldiers in the show. Yes, the folding stocks on the Sterling SMGs are never extended when in use. Yes, the troopers going into action failed to stand up the rear sight on the SLRs. Yes, there are other issues too, but the story surpasses them all. I've been the 'new man' myself joining a clubby unit and having to prove myself to the other officers and especially the NCOs. I was the newlywed who married and left for overseas duty immediately; my wife had to fly across the world to join me in a plane that had to make an emergency landing along the way to have duct tape applied to the tail to continue her journey. I was the Commander who had to make decisions that effected the lives of soldiers in my command. My wife and I first lived in a small compound of soldiers and their families in a foreign country with all of the stress and heartache that comes with this type of living. I absolutely loved this show. For once, put the military inconsistencies aside and immerse yourself in the lives of the show's characters. I watched all six episodes and found each one to be powerful and moving. I sincerely hope we get a second round of shows

mrichards-24441 I also was suprised to see so many negative reviews, I served in the military and I can see how some vets would pick it apart and point out all the indescepancies because that's how soldiers are made to pay attention to the details, so that doesn't surprise me at all. I just finished the first episode and I was glued to the TV, and honestly I didn't have high hopes in the beginning. I didn't expect it to be historically accurate 100% which didn't matter , it's not a documentary or a biography so it doesn't matter, it's entertainment /Fact based. Acting was great, the adultery and drunkenness has been going on since man picked up his first beer so spot on there. Looking forward to the rest of the season and I'm sure it'll be great. Thanks for the great show well done!

russmillerwy-957-682439 I enjoy a very well written and we'll acted historical fiction about a forgotten little war. It is ambitious, current, and filled with the kind of sentiment we wish truly drove events, but, unhappily, usually doesn't. The Last Post also includes a point of view we don't often get to see in military dramas, how women, even from the back seat, are affected and can profoundly alter courses. I especially admired one of the themes it hammers on: do words really matter? For that matter, are individuals sayong them of any significant importance compared to institutions like nations, rebellions, and causes? Our real life experience teaches us that we can't swim against the tide and hope to survive. The Last Post gives us some examples about how that can be true, but also how the tide can be overcome. In that sense it is a very beautiful story where earnest love, bravery, and forgiveness for one another counts. Perhaps that is fantasy, but it is still a beautiful one.

chrishazy As I lived in Aden for 2 years as an army brat aged 9/10; dad was the RSM of the Royal Anglians I was really looking forward to The Last Post. I have some vivid memories of my time there. I was even blown up in the grenade attack of the open air Cinema in Waterloo Barracks but I must admit I was really disappointed with the whole unbelievable story line. I cannot remember seeing many MPs, but there were hundreds of kids, of all ages so any Christmas party would have been mobbed.When the troubles picked up in 1965 free roaming was a thing of the past but all married quarters were patrolled 24/7. Us kids had a great time, and our favorite past time was collecting cap badges from squaddies.I agree with the comments made by several other reviewers about the SAS mission. It would never happen, the SAS would never have MPs attached to a mission. And their reaction to enemy fire was just completely wrong. It was clear to me that the advisers for this program were nowhere near the real action, shame!