The tragic conclusion to the war in Afghanistan serves as a reminder that the United States is often at war and fails to achieve its short-term or long-term aims. Michael OHanlon examines Americas major conflicts since the mid-1800s, addressing profound questions such as success, avoidability, and lessons for future leaders. The book presents Americas major wars on a conceptual level, focusing on strategies, key decisions, innovative technologies, and the dynamics that shaped their outcomes.

Format: Hardback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 24 January 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

The Tragic Conclusion to the War in Afghanistan: A Reminder of America's Long and Frustrating Wars

The tragic conclusion to the war in Afghanistan, which lasted for over 18 years, serves as a stark reminder of the United States' frequent involvement in wars and its occasional failure to achieve its short-term or long-term objectives. In his timely book, "America's Wars," esteemed military expert Michael OHanlon examines the major conflicts that the United States has engaged in since the mid-1800s, including the Civil War, the two World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. OHanlon's book offers a concise and insightful analysis of these wars, addressing crucial questions such as their success, avoidability, and the knowledge of the leaders who committed the United States to war. Unlike many books on war, OHanlon does not focus on the ground-level tactics and human bravery that have made warfare so fascinating throughout history. Instead, he presents the major wars on a conceptual level, focusing on strategies, key decisions, innovative technologies, and the dynamics that shaped their outcomes. OHanlon's unique book combines brevity, clarity, and a broad conceptual approach, making it an essential read for students of security studies at universities and war colleges, as well as generalist policymakers.

Weight: 768g
Dimension: 159 x 238 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780815739838