Wars of Modern Babylon: A History of the Iraqi Army from 1921 to 2003 (Foreign Military Studies)

Wars of Modern Babylon is a comprehensive and detailed history of the Iraqi military from its formation in 1921 to its collapse in 2003, providing new and overlooked perspectives on critical developments in twentieth-century history.

This book analyzes Iraqi participation in major wars, including the 1948, 1967, and 1973 Arab wars against Israel, as well as its wars with the Kurds during the twentieth century.

The author examines the Iraqi military at strategic, operative, and tactical levels, explaining its forces and branches and investigating its use of both conventional and unconventional weapons.

Featuring interviews with officers at various levels and press accounts covering politics and conflicts of the period, this book offers a definitive chronicle of an Arab army from its own point of view.

With its unique perspective and comprehensive analysis, Wars of Modern Babylon is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, Middle Eastern studies, or international relations.