The evolution of the armed forces of the United Arab Emirates:

"While today the military of the United Arab Emirates is described admiringly as a 'little Sparta', just 60 years ago the only security forces in the Emirates were the armed retainers of the Ruling Sheikhs and a small British-led, locally-raised Arab force. Using a combination of inve...

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Main Author: Yates, Athol (Author)
Format: Map
Language:English
Published: Warwick Helion & Company Limited 2020
Series:Modern military history no. 6
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Summary:"While today the military of the United Arab Emirates is described admiringly as a 'little Sparta', just 60 years ago the only security forces in the Emirates were the armed retainers of the Ruling Sheikhs and a small British-led, locally-raised Arab force. Using a combination of investment in its nationals, engagement of expatriates and the purchase of cutting edge military hardware, the UAE Armed Forces has become the Arab region’s most capable military. In the last decade, it has also gained considered experience through its military operations which have been undertaken in Afghanistan, Libya, Iraq, Syria and Yemen.
Physical Description:XVIII, 380 Seiten 25 Illustrationen und Karten (schwarz-weiß) 24 cm
ISBN:9781912866007

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