The American War in Afghanistan
by Carter Malkasian
"A History"
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The American War in Afghanistan by Carter Malkasian
Details
War:
War in Afghanistan
Perspective:
Researcher
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Asia
Page Count:
601
Published Date:
2021
ISBN13:
9780197550779
Summary
The American War in Afghanistan: A History by Carter Malkasian provides a comprehensive examination of America's longest war, spanning from 2001 to 2021. Malkasian, a former advisor to US military commanders in Afghanistan, analyzes why the United States struggled to achieve its objectives despite significant military and financial investment. The book explores the conflict's origins, the Taliban's resilience, Afghan political dynamics, and the challenges of counterinsurgency. Drawing on his firsthand experience and extensive research, Malkasian offers insights into the strategic miscalculations and cultural misunderstandings that shaped the war's outcome.
