Quote Originally Posted by student2010 View Post
I would like to write a thesis on the Rhodesian Bush War, specifically the use of Pseudo Operations of the selous scouts and the use of blackface as a tool of deception against African guerillas. I had to abandon my hopes of writing a thesis on the toyota war because I couldn't find any primary sources. Does anyone know of an actual selous scout member that participated in the blackface aspect of the war that I could interview? Or any good books or documents? Thanks.
Student2010,

Have a look in the Rhodesian War thread, that refers to several potential sources, mainly books. Given the time lapse and feelings over history I would be surprised if any former-Selous Scout will talk. One post does refer to an Scouts association, so maybe worth contacting.