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Libyan Air Wars Part 1986-1989: The Aerial Battles of Africa's Longest War

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Libyan Air Wars Part 3: 1986 1989 (Africa War 22)

Libyan Air Wars. Part 3: 1986–1989 (Africa@War Book 22)

by Douglas R. Burgess

4.6 out of 5

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By Tom Cooper

Libyan Air Wars Part 1986 1989: The Aerial Battles Of Africa's Longest War Libyan Air Wars Part 3: 1986 1989 (Africa War 22)

Libyan Air Wars Part 1986-1989: The Aerial Battles of Africa's Longest War is the definitive account of the air combat operations that took place during the Chadian-Libyan conflict. This book provides a detailed analysis of the strategies, tactics, and aircraft employed by both sides, as well as the political and historical context of the war.

The Chadian-Libyan conflict was one of the most protracted and bloody wars in Africa's history. It began in 1978, when Libya invaded Chad in an attempt to annex the Aouzou Strip, a uranium-rich region along the two countries' bFree Download. Chad fought back with the support of France, and the war quickly escalated into a full-scale conflict that lasted for more than a decade.

The air war was a key component of the Chadian-Libyan conflict. Both sides used a variety of aircraft, including fighter jets, bombers, and transport planes. The Libyans had a numerical advantage, but the Chadians were more experienced and better trained. The air war was characterized by a series of intense dogfights, as well as bombing raids and strafing attacks.

Libyan Air Wars Part 1986-1989 provides a detailed account of the air combat operations that took place during this period. The book includes detailed descriptions of the aircraft involved, the tactics employed by both sides, and the results of the air battles. The book also includes a number of interviews with pilots and other personnel who participated in the war.

Libyan Air Wars Part 1986-1989 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Chadian-Libyan conflict or the history of air warfare in Africa. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a unique insight into one of the most fascinating conflicts of the Cold War.

The Political and Historical Context of the War
The Air Forces of Chad and Libya
The Air War: 1978-1985
The Air War: 1986-1989
The Aftermath of the War

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"Libyan Air Wars Part 1986-1989 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Chadian-Libyan conflict or the history of air warfare in Africa. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a unique insight into one of the most fascinating conflicts of the Cold War." - Air Power History

"Tom Cooper has written a definitive account of the air combat operations that took place during the Chadian-Libyan conflict. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this war or the history of air warfare in Africa." - The Journal of Military History