Afghanistan Cave Complexes 1979–2004

Mountain strongholds of the Mujahideen, Taliban & Al Qaeda

Afghanistan Cave Complexes 1979–2004 cover

Description

Following the Soviet invasion in 1979, the Mujahideen defenders of Afghanistan developed and reinforced many natural cave systems to use as supply bases and defensive positions. The Taliban and Al Qaeda further strengthened these positions in the 1990s. Following the events of September 11, 2001, these cave systems have once more come to prominence and sites such as Tora Bora and Zhawar Kili have featured in news headlines around the world. This title provides an analysis of these caves and underground systems, and discusses the U.S.-led Coalition's tactical approach to dislodging the enemy from these fortified positions.

Product details

Published Apr 20 2012
Format Ebook (Epub & Mobi)
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781780966298
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 77 col
Series Fortress
Short code FOR 26
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

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Mir Bahmanyar

Mir Bahmanyar served in the 2nd Battalion, 75th Ra…

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Ian Palmer

Ian Palmer is a highly experienced digital artist…

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