Description
Book SynopsisThe 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, 1917Present 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 camp
Table of Contents
Introduction Chapter 1 The Emergence of the Red Army, 1917–39 Chapter 2 Defining Moment 1939–45 Chapter 3 Cold War Army Chapter 4 Descent into Defeat: Afghanistan 1979–89 Chapter 5 New World Order and the Chechnya Disaster 1989–1996 Chapter 6 Resurgence, 1996–Present Bibliography and further reading Index
