John a famous British SAS operator who fought in several conflicts in the late 20th century. He joined the SAS in 1975 serving in “B' Squadron, 22 SAS Regiment.

On May 5, 1980 McAleese became famous after he was spotted with members of the SAS Blue Team live on television. John was seen on the Iranian embassy’s first floor balcony when he placed an explosive charge on the window moments before they stormed the building

McAleese fought in the Falklands War in 1982, and in The Troubles. He was awarded the Military Medal for gallantry in action at the Loughgall ambush in County Armagh on 8 May 1987, and was present at the Drumnakilly ambush in County Tyrone in August 1988. He also served as a bodyguard for three Prime Ministers of the United Kingdom. He was discharged from the British Army on 8 February 1992 with the rank of staff sergeant

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