Rusty Firmin

SAS Blue Team backdoor Assault Team Leader, Iranian Embassy Siege, SAS B Sqn, HQ Sqn 23 SAS permanent staff instructor, 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery security consultant, close protection operative, security manager, advisor, author, speaker and consultant







Iranian Embassy Siege
5 May, 1980

Rusty, seen here to the right without gloves as he leads the six man Blue Team back door assault group into the library of the Iranian Embassy, London, 5 May, 1980







6 Days
Netflix

Based on the Embassy Siege starring Jamie Bell of Billy Elliott and Fantastic Four fame playing the part of Rusty







6 Days
Netflix

A gripping and authentic retelling of the one of the most audacious special forces raids of all time.







The Regiment
15 Years in the SAS

"...the unforgettable chronicle of Rustys Combat experiences. Even more fascinating is his intimate portrayal of what the service was actually like to live and work in. Rusty draws on a unique breadth of experience to delve into the hidden world of the SAS as an institution." EyeSpy Magazine

New Book

THE REGIMENT: 15 Years in the SAS. Out now, get your personally signed copy and read how 15 years in the SAS impacted Rusty's life.

Photo Gallery

Exclusive images from the Iranian Embassy siege as well as videos with interviews, documentaries and more.

6 Days Movie

6 Days, now on Netflix, is based on the Embassy Siege starring Jamie Bell of Billy Elliott and Fantastic Four fame playing the part of Rusty.

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Book Signings

Book shop owners and event organiser information and schedule of upcoming appearances.

Charity Events and Appearances

Proud patron of The Pilgrim Bandits and supporter of many veteran organisations. Appearances for PR campaigns, product launches, charity events, corporate team building and store openings.

GO!GO!GO! Now Audiobook

GO!GO!GO! Now available on Audible.com. Inspiration for the major motion picture 6 Days, starring Jamie Bell. The SAS. The Iranian Embassy Siege. The True Story.

Firearm Training

Firearm training, close protection and security consulting services.

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