An illustrated study of how coalition armor in Iraq in 2003–06
handled a unique multi-threat environment, from enemy armor to
IEDs. On 20 March 2003, Coalition forces launched the invasion of
Iraq on a massive scale. Their armored fighting vehicles (AFVs)
faced an uncertain level of resistance, and soon had to overcome a
wide range of enemy threats. These included tank vs tank clashes
during the first days of the invasion (most famously at Basra and
Mahmoudiyah), and subsequently the dangers posed by enemy
rocket-propelled grenades, cannon fire, antitank guided missiles,
and improvised explosive devices. This vital new study covers both
the opening clashes between opposing AVFs and the tactics developed
by Iraqi insurgents seeking to neutralize Coalition superiority.
Featuring full color photos, battle scenes, weaponry, and tactical
illustrations, it draws upon first-hand accounts and official
post-battle analyses to examine how Coalition forces responded to
the change in the nature of the threats. Among the topics addressed
are the coordination between Coalition infantry and air power; how
dealing with roadside bombs in Iraq resulted in changes to
equipment, tactics, and force structure; and the lessons learned
for future warfare.
General
| Imprint: |
Osprey Publishing
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Series: |
Duel |
| Release date: |
2024 |
| Authors: |
Chris McNab
|
| Illustrators: |
Adam Hook
(Illustrator)
|
| Dimensions: |
248 x 184 x 5mm (L x W x T) |
| Pages: |
80 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-4728-5574-9 |
| Categories: |
Books
Promotions
|
| LSN: |
1-4728-5574-4 |
| Barcode: |
9781472855749 |
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