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Paul Moorcraft

    Superpowers, Rogue States and Terrorism
    The Rhodesian War
    Mugabe's War Machine
    Deadlines on the Front Line
    Dying for the Truth
    The Jihadist Threat
    • The Jihadist Threat

      • 208 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania

      Updated and affordable edition of this topical and well-reviewed work, shortlisted for The British Army Military Book of the Year, 2016

      The Jihadist Threat
    • Dying for the Truth

      • 224 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania

      Examines how journalists have plied their trade from the Crimean War to the present. Paul Moorcraft, a veteran journalist, discusses how correspondents' considerable influence has shaped the actions of politicians and military commanders as well as public opinion, and reveals how authority figures now view the media as potentially valuable tools.

      Dying for the Truth
    • Deadlines on the Front Line

      • 256 stránok
      • 9 hodin čítania

      Memoir of a veteran war correspondent who has covered conflicts in over 30 war zones over 40 years.

      Deadlines on the Front Line
    • Mugabe's War Machine

      • 208 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania

      Mugabes dictatorship had survived due to the vicious military oppression of the population and the ruthless suppression of opposition. At the same time Mugabe has indulged in numerous military interventions outside his borders regardless of the cost in terms of regional stability, lives and money.

      Mugabe's War Machine
    • The Rhodesian War

      • 224 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania
      4,0(16)Ohodnotiť

      Re-published to coincide with the 50th Anniversary of the Declaration Unilateral Independence (UDI) which marked the start of hostilities this is the authoritative history of the bitter civil war in South Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe.

      The Rhodesian War
    • Islamist terrorism is probably the greatest threat to Western civilization, this book Offers a range of different and radical solutions for examination and discussion.

      Superpowers, Rogue States and Terrorism
    • A comprehensive account of southern Africa's incessant troubled history since the end of WW2.

      Total Onslaught
    • Total Destruction of the Tamil Tigers

      The Rare Victory of Sri Lanka's Long War

      • 208 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania
      3,7(44)Ohodnotiť

      The book explores the unprecedented military defeat of the Tamil Tiger insurgency by the Sri Lankan government in 2009, marking a significant moment in modern warfare. It draws parallels to historical conflicts, such as the British army's actions against the IRA. The narrative delves into the complexities of the 26-year civil war, highlighting the strategies employed and the implications of this decisive victory on both national and international levels. The account promises a captivating examination of a pivotal event in Sri Lanka's history.

      Total Destruction of the Tamil Tigers
    • Israel's Forever War

      Finding Peace in the Middle East

      • 320 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      The book explores the context surrounding the 2023 war, analyzing the implications of concurrent conflicts in Europe and the Levant. It delves into the challenges faced by the international system in managing these crises and assesses the potential for global stability amidst such turmoil. Through a critical examination of geopolitical dynamics, the author raises questions about the capacity of international frameworks to address multiple regional conflicts effectively.

      Israel's Forever War