In the Warlords' Shadow
by Daniel R. Green
"Special Operations Forces, the Afghans, and Their Fight Against the Taliban"
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In the Warlords' Shadow by Daniel R. Green
Details
War:
War in Afghanistan
Perspective:
Special Forces
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Middle East
Published Date:
2017
ISBN13:
9781612518152
Summary
This book examines the complexities of American Special Operations Forces working alongside Afghan partners in the fight against the Taliban. Daniel R. Green, drawing from his firsthand experience as a U.S. Navy Reserve officer embedded with Afghan forces, provides an insider's account of counterinsurgency operations and the challenges of building effective local security forces. The book explores the intricate dynamics between international military forces, Afghan warlords, and tribal leaders, offering critical insights into the cultural, political, and military obstacles that shaped America's longest war and the broader mission in Afghanistan.
