This book is a fully illustrated look at the history of the ground war over the last 20 years. It also looks to the future.
This book, which draws on lessons from the recent past, such as the conflict in Ukraine, offers an insight into the possible future of armies, battlefields, and warfare. The book is divided into chapters that each focus on a key element of land warfare. Each chapter includes a detailed assessment of the technology and tactics used. Covering topics from ground-based air defence and next-generation artillery to main battle tanks and infantry fighting vehicles, it is packed full of detail and full-colour, contemporary photographs.
Boots on the Ground also reveals the increasing importance of uncrewed aerial and ground vehicles and electronic warfare, and how cyber operations will have a direct impact on ground warfare. It is evident that drones are constantly watching over Ukraine. Loitering weapons can hunt individual soldiers and an intercepted call on a radio can be fatal. Including case studies from Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Yemen and Ukraine, renowned modern warfare expert Leigh Neville also offers an assessment of NATO armies and special operations forces and how prepared they are for a possible ‘hot war’ scenario against the evolving threats of Iran, Russia and China.
Release date: . Release date: February 13, 2025
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