In 1994, the mountain territory of Chechnya was witness to the largest military campaign staged on Russian soil since World War II. The Russo-Chechen war is examined within the context of the bitter history between the two peoples, culminating in the expression of conflict from 1994-1996.
RUSI Journal:
"a lively account of the background and course of the first Chechen War, which will serve as a useful introduction to the conflict... For anyone interested in the stability of the region, this volume is indispensable".
Choice
"selly"s account is gripping, and his overall conclusions are telling."
Choice
"gripping
