Special Forces: BSL Tour

Follow expert guide Edward Richards on a British Sign Language (BSL) tour as he examines some of the daring operations undertaken by Special Forces units of the British Army.

The Special Forces are made up of several elite military units with distinct areas of expertise. Each has a unique purpose intended to address particular security threats.

These units have been instrumental in rescuing hostages, countering terrorist activity and conducting covert surveillance. From secretive raids behind enemy lines during the Second World War to high-profile operations like the Iranian Embassy siege of 1980, the history of the Special Forces is a fascinating one.

On this guided gallery tour, Edward Richards will shine a light on some of the operations undertaken by Special Forces units from their origins in the 1940s to the modern day.

About the guide

Edward Richards

Edward Richards has been delivering BSL tours in museums and galleries since 2002, including Tate Modern and the Design Museum.