A Soldier's Dream

Captain Travis Patriquin and the Awakening of Iraq

Autor*innen

• William Doyle

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• 346 Seiten
• 13 Lesestunden

• Belletristik
• Geschichte
• Kriegsliteratur
• Sachliteratur

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Set against the backdrop of the Iraq War, the narrative follows Travis Patriquin, a dynamic U.S. Army captain and Arab linguist, as he navigates the complex political landscape of Anbar province. Through his diplomatic efforts and cultural engagement, Patriquin fosters relationships with Sunni Arab sheiks, playing a crucial role in the "Sunni Awakening." His endeavors significantly contribute to the tribal revolt against Al Qaeda, marking a pivotal shift that leads to a notable decrease in violence across Iraq.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Einband: Paperback