Summary

Urban Warfare in Iraq takes a detailed look at the urban aspect of the current war in Iraq. This is a little researched subject and while many experts speak of the importance of modern urban warfare, little is truly known about it. This book examines in detail all aspects of urban warfare in Iraq to include the fundamentals of urban warfare, the Iraqi insurgency, the use of airpower in the cities, the weapons used to fight in the cities, how the people affect urban warfare, and a look at close quarters battle techniques, tactics, and procedures. This is an easy to read book, with many excellent illustrations, which is perfect for anyone interested in the war in Iraq, for soldiers deploying to Iraq, and for anyone interested in modern urban warfare as well as modern urban guerrilla warfare. 

About the Author

J. Stevens holds a B.A. in Political Science and History and an M.A. in International Relations. The author has also served multiple tours in Iraq as a soldier and has experienced urban warfare in Iraq in person.