The Great Bear at War: The Russian and Soviet Army, 1917-Present Contributor(s): McNab, Chris (Author), Galeotti, Mark (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1472836537 ISBN-13: 9781472836533 Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK) OUR PRICE: $36.00 Product Type: Hardcover Published: November 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - History | Military - General - History | Russia & The Former Soviet Union - History | Modern - 20th Century |
Physical Information: 1.3" H x 7.6" W x 9.6" (3.48 lbs) 384 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Russia - Chronological Period - 20th Century |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The complete and illustrated history of Russia's armed forces from the Russian Revolution until the present day, covering both their involvement in pivotal historical events and in current controversial conflicts. From the chaos of the civil war to the political maneuvering 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) and Georgia (2008). 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 behavior, The Great Bear at War is both timely and fascinating. |
Contributor Bio(s): McNab, Chris: - Dr. Chris McNab is an experienced specialist in wilderness and urban survival techniques. He has published over 20 books including: How to Survive Anything, Anywhere -- an encyclopedia of military and civilian survival techniques for all environments -- Special Forces Endurance Techniques, First Aid Survival Manual, and The Handbook of Urban Survival. In his home country of Wales, UK, Chris provides instruction on wilderness hunting techniques and he is also an experienced martial arts instructor. |