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The British Army in Afghanistan 2006-14: A Comprehensive Review

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The British Army in Afghanistan 2006–14: Task Force Helmand (Elite Book 205)

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The British Army in Afghanistan 2006-14: A Comprehensive Review provides a detailed account of the British Army's involvement in Afghanistan during this period. The book covers the strategic and operational aspects of the campaign, as well as the experiences of the soldiers who served there.

The Strategic Context

The British Army's involvement in Afghanistan began in 2001, in the wake of the 9/11 attacks. The initial focus of the campaign was on overthrowing the Taliban regime and preventing al-Qaeda from using Afghanistan as a base for terrorist attacks.

In 2006, the British Army took over responsibility for security in Helmand province, one of the most dangerous areas of Afghanistan. The British forces faced a determined insurgency from the Taliban, and the fighting was often intense.

The Operational Campaign

The British Army's operations in Afghanistan were conducted under a variety of different mandates. In the early years of the campaign, the focus was on counter-insurgency operations, aimed at defeating the Taliban and restoring stability to the country.

As the campaign progressed, the British Army's role shifted towards training and mentoring the Afghan National Army and police. This was seen as essential for building a sustainable Afghan state that could provide security for its own people.

The Human Cost

The British Army's involvement in Afghanistan was a costly one in terms of human life. A total of 453 British soldiers were killed during the campaign, and many more were wounded.

The families of the fallen soldiers have paid a heavy price, and their sacrifice should never be forgotten.

The Legacy of the Campaign

The British Army's involvement in Afghanistan has had a lasting impact on the country and its people. The British forces played a key role in defeating the Taliban and preventing al-Qaeda from using Afghanistan as a base for terrorist attacks.

However, the campaign also had a number of negative consequences. The fighting caused widespread destruction and displacement, and the British Army was accused of human rights abuses.

The legacy of the British Army's involvement in Afghanistan is complex and contested. However, there is no doubt that the British forces played a significant role in shaping the country's future.

The British Army in Afghanistan 2006-14: A Comprehensive Review is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the British Army's involvement in Afghanistan. The book provides a detailed account of the campaign, from the strategic and operational aspects to the experiences of the soldiers who served there.

The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the British Army, the war in Afghanistan, or the human cost of conflict.

The British Army in Afghanistan 2006–14: Task Force Helmand (Elite Book 205)

4.5 out of 5