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Military adventure

Authors :
Boyne, Walter J.
Source :
Air Force Magazine. Dec, 2004, Vol. 87 Issue 12, p73, 4 p.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

The first direct use of Soviet military power outside of Eastern Europe, since World War II is described. The mujahedeens used a Stinger heat-seeking missile to bring down helicopters and low-flying airplanes that had become central in the Soviet battle plans.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07306784
Volume :
87
Issue :
12
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Air Force Magazine
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.130955464