Velký medvěd ve válce - Ruská a sovětská armáda od roku 1917 do současnosti – McNab Chris (2020)

From the chaos of the civil war to the political maneuvering of the Cold War, the Russian armed forces have shaped the future not only of Russia itself but also of countless other countries around the world. The book "The Great Bear at War: The Russian and Soviet Army from 1917 to the Present" is a masterful exploration of the development and battles of the Soviet and Russian armed forces in many conflicts they have participated in throughout their history. The book maps significant historical events that defined the Red, Soviet, and Russian armies, particularly during World War II and the Cold War. It also covers various post-communist uprisings, revolts, and wars during which the Russian army transformed itself and redefined its tasks. The evolution of the post-Soviet Russian army into modern armed forces is examined in detail, including controversial campaigns in Chechnya (1994-1996, 1999-2009), Georgia (2008), and Ukraine (since 2014). The book also provides detailed descriptions and information about the equipment, gear, uniforms, training, conditions of service, and armament of Soviet and Russian soldiers, includes their personal testimonies, and places technological advancements in the broader context of the history of one of the world's most powerful military forces.