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Military  History - Post World War II - General Section
Post World War II - General Section
Covers every conflict from local hostilities to major wars such as Korea, Vietnam & the Gulf. Also features titles on Special Forces, Espionage & other diverse military activities
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IMAGES OF CONFLICT

A stunning portfolio of memorable pictures to commemorate the lives of Hansi Krauss, Hos Maina & Dan Eldon, Reuters photographers who died violently on assignment in Somalia in 1993. These men cared about the the people they photographed whether they were grief-stricken wives & sisters in Sarajevo, street urchins in Mogadishu whose only toys were abandoned guns or UN soldiers mourning their slain colleagues.

1993, , , 1874041113,< H-01>,80pp, Large format in card cover, 80 colour photos, Mint, , CARD
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 30715-01..............................£9.00 

L' ARMEE DE TERRE AUJOURD'HUI

A celebration of the French Army towards the end of the 20th century. Looks at the soldiery, the operational force in Europe, including Alpine troops, Paras, Marines, and Infantry, operational forces overseas and recent operations in Chad, Lebanon etc. French text

1988, Editions Atlas, Editions Atlas, 2731206985,< H-01>,128pp, 20 dbl pages, 32 full page col photos, 140 col photos, map. Large format., vg in grubby d/w, Fr.text,
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 3257-01..............................£25.00 

SPECIAL OPS: JOURNAL OF THE ELITE FORCES & SWAT UNITS VOL.31

This volume features articles on the following: SPANISH ARMY GREEN BERETS - The Mando de Operaciones Especiales (MOE) Special Operations Groups carry out sabotage, reconnaissance, & commando operations. 'GAINFUL SWORD 2003' - Involving some 7000 NATO troops, this was the first major exercise of HQ, 1st (German-Netherlands) Corps since the unit's return from Afghanistan. It included air assault operations by Dutch & Polish forces. ITALIAN RANGERS - The unit operates as a light infantry force, in quick-response strike operations with emphasis on small-unit tactics. EXCERCISE 'CO-OPERATIVE PARTNER' - The 2003 exercise was held in Odessa, Ukraine, on land & the Black Sea. Ukrainian Marines, plus Greek, & Turkish Marine Reconaissance troops took part. RENEA - Albania's 'elite' counter-terrorist force is a small but busy unit safeguarding law & order in a land beset by crime & terror.

2004, Concord Publications, , 9623610963,< H-01>,A4 format, 64pp, 200 + color ills, New in card covers, , CARD
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 32547-01..............................£15.00 

SPECIAL OPS: JOURNAL OF THE ELITE FORCES & SWAT UNITS VOL.32

This volume features articles on the following: KOSOVO 2004 - French, Belgian, Danish and other forces in action plus turmoil in Mitrovica. AUSSIES IN BAGHDAD - The 2nd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment secure the embassy compound, reinforced by MPs. STREET FIGHTING IN GROSNY - This article studys in depth urban combat as Russian forces face Chechen guerrillas in Grozny. THE BELGIAN PARA COMMANDO BRIGADE - The Brigade provides airmobile capability to NATO, carrying out peacekeeping missions in any theatre such as Kosovo. THE ITALIAN MSU IN THE BALKANS - The Multinational Specialized Unit was created in Bosnia in 1998, the largest component being furnished by the Carabinieri. This article covers operations in the former Yugoslavia.

2004, Concord Publications, , 9623610998,< H-01>,A4 format, 64pp, 200 + color ills, New in card covers, , CARD
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 32737-01..............................£15.00 

TIME-LIFE THE NEW FACE OF WAR SERIES: SKY SOLDIERS

The role of airborne forces in modern warfare. Looks at their use in Vietnam, Panama, the Falklands, Afghanistan, and Kuwait in Operation Desert Shield.

1991, Time Life, , 0809486121,< H-01>,160pp extensively illustrated., Illustrated boards. very Good. PO stamp inside and label on spine., ,
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 33579-01..............................£9.00 

TIME-LIFE THE NEW FACE OF WAR SERIES: SPECIAL FORCES AND MISSIONS

The role of Special Forces, Seals, SAS, green berets, their selection training and weapons. Missions in Vietnam, Afghanistan, Kuwait and Iran are amongst those described in detail.

1990, Time Life, , 0809486008,< H-01>,176pp extensively illustrated., Illustrated Boards very good. Po stamp inside cover. Spine Label., ,
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 33584-01..............................£9.00 

SECRET ARMIES
by James Adams

The operations and activities of the SAS, Spetznaz and Delta Force. Looks at The Korean War, terrorist threats, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iran, and the targeting of the West. The book reviews the special forces that have taken part in the most spectacular military operations since WWII, their recruitment and training, their effectiveness and control.

1988, Pan Books, , 0330306618,< H-01>,453pp, mass market paperback, Very Good, , CARD
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 5320-02..............................£4.00 

SECRET ARMIES
by James Adams

The operations and activities of the SAS, Spetznaz and Delta Force. Looks at The Korean War, terrorist threats, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iran, and the targeting of the West. The book reviews the special forces that have taken part in the most spectacular military operations since WWII, their recruitment and training, their effectiveness and control.

1987, Hutchinson Publications, , 0091734525,< H-01>,440pp, photos., vg in rubbed dw, ,
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 5320-01..............................£8.00 

DEFENDERS OF PAKISTAN
by Mohamed Amin et al and Editor Brian Tetley

Pakistan was a country impossible to defend warned Sir Claude Auchinleck, the last British C in C in India. Yet defend it the Pakistanis did in three wars with India & various skirmishes with neighbours such as Afghanistan, China & Iran. Photographers Mohamed Amin, Masud Qursishy & Duncan Willets, in association with Editor, Brian Tetley, have produced a stunning photographic record of Pakistan's Armed Forces in training, ceremonial duties, civilian support &, most of all, in action.

1988, , , 9690010026,< H-01>,Large format, 200pp, 200+ colour photos, Mint in d/w, ,
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 30716-02..............................£12.00 

LONG GRAY LINE
by Rick Atkinson

The story of the West Point class of 1966. The author tracks the men of the '66 class through their cadet years and into Vietnam. A biographical reconstruction and a strong narrative. Patriotism, idealism, fading into disillusion, bitterness and resignation.

1990, Collins, , 0002154994,< H-01>,592pp, 52 ills, notes bibliography, index, vg in dw, ,
Subject...Post World War II - General
Web No. 9133-01..............................£19.00 

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