IRANIRAQ WAR

The Iran-Iraq War: The Greatest Land War of the Late Twentieth Century is a comprehensive military history of one of the bloodiest and longest conventional conflicts of the twentieth century. This special edition combines previously published volumes, featuring new material not available in individual titles, to provide an in-depth analysis of the conflict's origins, escalation, and outcome. The war began through miscalculation and rapidly escalated into a prolonged struggle between Iran and Iraq, with Saddam Hussein's invasion of Iran's southern province of Khuzestan being a pivotal moment. The Iranian counteroffensives eventually recovered lost territory before invading Iraq, while the Central and Northern Fronts saw intense warfare between the two nations. This edition includes detailed appendices on the organizational structure of both armies and their equipment holdings, as well as lavishly illustrated photographs and artworks. Featuring extensive new material, this book provides a unique insight into the Iran-Iraq War, shedding light on the complex events that led to its outbreak and conclusion.