Russia's War in Afghanistan
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Russia's War in Afghanistan
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) David Isby
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Illustrated by Ronald Volstad
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Series | Men-at-Arms |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:48 | Dimensions(mm): Height 248,Width 184 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9780850456912
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Classifications | Dewey:355.80947 |
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Audience | |
Illustrations |
50 b/w; 8 col
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Imprint |
Osprey Publishing
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Publication Date |
15 June 1986 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Text 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.
Author Biography
RONALD B.VOLSTAD was born in 1949 in Alberta, Canada, where he still lives and works. His first illustrations were published in 1970; since then he has become widely known for his work in Squadron and Osprey publications and for Dragon Models, and has also worked as a courtroom artist for TV news.
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