Ken Connor, SAS veteran and counter-terrorism expert, remembered

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Ken Connor, a British SAS veteran and counter-terrorism specialist, has died.

Ken Connor was a British soldier, security expert and author who served with the Special Air Service (SAS) and became known for his expertise in counter-terrorism, intelligence and special operations. He undertook sensitive and demanding assignments during a period when the regiment was involved in counter-terrorism operations, covert surveillance missions and specialist military deployments around the world. Details of much of his operational record remain confidential.

As an SAS operator, Connor trained in hostage rescue, close-quarter battle and specialist security tactics. He served on deployments in various regions, often operating in politically sensitive and dangerous environments. He gained a reputation within military circles for professionalism, leadership and specialist operational knowledge.

After leaving military service, Connor developed a second career as a security consultant, broadcaster and writer. He frequently appeared in the media to discuss terrorism, defence policy and military affairs, helping explain complex security issues to a wider audience. Connor wrote several books on military history and special forces operations, exploring elite units, covert warfare and Britain's military campaigns through a combination of first-hand experience and detailed historical research. Within SAS and military circles, he is remembered as one of the regiment's most knowledgeable veterans.

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• Ken Connor: the SAS veteran who became a leading counter-terrorism expertWho was Ken Connor? Discover the British Army and SAS veteran’s career as a counter-terrorism specialist, security expert, broadcaster and author and historian.Malvern Gazette · 14 Nov, 20:06
• Ken Connor: the SAS veteran who became a leading counter-terrorism expertWho was Ken Connor? Discover the British Army and SAS veteran’s career as a counter-terrorism specialist, security expert, broadcaster and author and historian.Worcester News · 14 Nov, 20:06

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