Russia’s War in AfghanistanText by David Isby. Colour plates by Ron Volstad. This book examines Soviet forces in Afghanistan. The origins and conduct of the war and the operational organisation of Soviet forces are discussed. Afghan resistance and weaponry is also examined. A comprehensive study of both sides in the Afghan war. |
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| Title | Russia’s War in Afghanistan Volume 178 of Elite Series Volume 178 of Osprey's Military Men-at-Arms |
| Author | David Isby |
| Illustrated by | Ronald Volstad |
| Edition | illustrated, reprint |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury USA, 1986 |
| Original from | the University of Michigan |
| Digitized | Aug 29, 2008 |
| ISBN | 0850456916, 9780850456912 |
| Length | 48 pages |
| Subjects | › › History / Asia / Central Asia History / Military / General History / Russia & the Former Soviet Union Technology & Engineering / Military Science |
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