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Modern African Wars (3) - South-West Africa

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Men-at-Arms - Post World War II

Last Stocked on 3/10/2021

Product Info

Title
Modern African Wars (3) - South-West Africa
Publisher
Category
Author
Helmoed-Romer Heitman
Publish Year
1991
Pages
48
Dimensions
8x10x.25"
NKG Part #
2147474492
MFG. Part #
OSPMAA242
Type
Softcover
Series
MAA242

Description

From the days of its occupation by South African forces under the Mandate System, to its first election in 1989, South-West Africa was a hotbed of revolutionary activity. The establishment of SWAPO (South-West African People's Organization) in 1960, sparked decades of guerilla warfare, mostly aimed at the South African military. This book examines modern African wars between 1964 and 1989, and includes detailed descriptions of the South African Defence Force, Angolan Forces, SWAPO, and the major units involved in the counter-insurgency campaigns. The text is enhanced by colour plates, maps, and numerous photographs.