Soviet Airborne Forces. 1930–1955. In 2 volumes
299.99 €
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Soviet Airborne Forces. 1930–1955. In 2 volumes
299.99 €
239.99 €
This two-volume work is dedicated to the most turbulent, eventful, and at the same time dramatic period in the history of the Russian Airborne Forces – from 1930 (their inception) to 1955. This period encompasses the decade of their creation and formation, the years of the Great Patriotic War, the revival of the Airborne Forces as a branch of the armed forces, and their reorganization and rearmament in the first post-war decade.
The book covers the organizational development, combat training, armament, and technical equipment of the Airborne Forces, the evolution of military theorists' views on the role of airborne assault forces, their missions, and combat employment methods during this period. It describes the actions of airborne units and formations, as well as the guards rifle formations formed on their basis, on various fronts. It reflects on the heroism and courage displayed by paratroopers during the combat operations of the Great Patriotic War. It also provides insights into the military exercises and maneuvers in which paratroopers participated.
The book draws on archival materials, research by Russian military historians, and the memoirs of those directly involved in the events.
The book is written in the form of a popular science essay and is intended for a wide range of readers interested in Russian military history and the history of the Airborne Forces.
The book covers the organizational development, combat training, armament, and technical equipment of the Airborne Forces, the evolution of military theorists' views on the role of airborne assault forces, their missions, and combat employment methods during this period. It describes the actions of airborne units and formations, as well as the guards rifle formations formed on their basis, on various fronts. It reflects on the heroism and courage displayed by paratroopers during the combat operations of the Great Patriotic War. It also provides insights into the military exercises and maneuvers in which paratroopers participated.
The book draws on archival materials, research by Russian military historians, and the memoirs of those directly involved in the events.
The book is written in the form of a popular science essay and is intended for a wide range of readers interested in Russian military history and the history of the Airborne Forces.
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