See You In November

In See You in November, acclaimed author and former intelligence insider Peter Stiff offers a gripping, behind-the-scenes account of Rhodesia’s clandestine war—one fought not only with guns, but with espionage, deception, and psychological warfare. This meticulously researched narrative exposes the covert operations, intelligence battles, and high-stakes strategies that defined the Rhodesian security forces’ efforts during the Bush War (1964–1979).

Focusing on the shadowy world of spies, double agents, and counterintelligence, Stiff uncovers how Rhodesia’s intelligence community waged a brutal and complex war against nationalist guerrilla forces, often infiltrating enemy networks and neutralizing threats through unconventional and controversial methods. The title—See You in November—alludes to a chilling phrase used during undercover operations, symbolizing missions from which many never returned.

Drawing on first-hand interviews, classified documents, and his own deep knowledge of southern Africa’s military landscape, Stiff crafts a narrative that is as informative as it is intense. He sheds light on the inner workings of units like the CIO (Central Intelligence Organisation), Selous Scouts, and Special Branch, while also examining the moral ambiguity and human cost of intelligence warfare.

See You in November is an essential read for those interested in modern military history, African conflict, and the little-known intelligence operations that played a decisive role in one of the 20th century’s most complex guerrilla wars.