Cooper, Tom
Great Lakes Conflagration. Second Congo War, 1998-2003 (AFRICA@WAR Series 14)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781909384668
- author:
- Cooper, Tom
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Helion and Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 72
- Dimensions:
- 29.4 x 20.4 x 1 cm
- Genre:
- History, Military History, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Second Congo War, 1998-2003 is a detailed account of the military operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo during this period. This volume explores the events leading to the outbreak of violence and the subsequent build-up of forces from various African countries. The conflict saw complex battles between rival armies, including fierce air-land clashes and intense ground attacks. The use of advanced technology, such as helicopter gunships and transport aircraft, played a significant role in the fighting. The war also involved the deployment of foreign mercenaries and special forces, adding to the complexity of the situation. This book provides a systematic account of the conflict, detailing the involvement of various countries and their military strategies.