Black Hawk Down: A Story of Modern War
by Mark Bowden
Mass Market Paperback Audio CD Paperback Kindle Edition Hardcover Library Binding"Black Hawk Down" by Mark Bowden is a non-fiction book that tells the story of the United States' involvement in the Battle of Mogadishu, Somalia in 1993. The book focuses on the events that took place during a 24-hour period when U.S. soldiers were ambushed by Somali militiamen while attempting to capture two of their leaders. The battle resulted in the deaths of 18 American soldiers and hundreds of Somali civilians. Bowden combines interviews with soldiers and officials who were involved in the operation with extensive research to provide a vivid account of the events leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and its aftermath. The book offers insight into the complexities of modern warfare and the challenges faced by U.S. troops in foreign conflicts.
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