With few natural boundaries, Russia has been shaped by war, and its army has always occupied a central place in the life of the nation. In this well-illustrated account, Chris McNab explores the development, organization, recruitment and equipment of the Russian and Soviet armies, from the Bolshevik Revolution, through the Second World War, the Cold War and Afghanistan, to the post-Soviet conflicts in Chechnya, Georgia and Ukraine. Slightly off-mint
A History of the Red Army, Soviet Army and Russian Army in 100 Years of Conflict
From the chaos of the civil war to the political manoeuvring of the Cold War, Russia's armed forces have shaped the future not only of Russia but of countless other countries around the globe.
The Great Bear at War: The Russian and Soviet Army, 1917-Present explores the development and struggles of Soviet and Russian armed forces across the numerous conflicts which mark its history. It charts the great historical events that have defined the Red/Russian Army, especially World War II and the Cold War, but also the post-communist insurgencies and wars in which the Russian military has redeveloped its outlook and mission. The post-Soviet development of the Russian military into a modern force is explored in detail, including its controversial campaigns in Chechnya (1999-2009), Georgia (2008), and Ukraine (from 2014).
Sewn into the narrative are details about the equipment, uniforms, training, service conditions and weaponry of the Soviet/Russian soldiers, bringing personal experience and technological context to the broader history. At a time when the world is closely focused upon Russian military behaviour, The Great Bear at War is both timely and fascinating.
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