Description
Author Doug Stanton
Publisher Scribner
Format Paperback
Condition like new
Summary
Doug Stanton’s Horse Soldiers is a gripping account of heroism, sacrifice, and strategic brilliance in the early days of the war in Afghanistan. This nonfiction bestseller chronicles the virtually unknown mission of a small band of U.S. Special Forces soldiers who, in the aftermath of 9/11, were deployed deep into Taliban-held territory. Riding horseback alongside Northern Alliance fighters, these men forged alliances and fought a brutal, unconventional war with limited resources—and changed the course of modern military history.
Stanton's narrative reads like a thriller, blending soldier testimony, battlefield tension, and emotional weight with meticulous historical accuracy. The result is a compelling tribute to the bravery and resolve of the elite troops who volunteered for one of the most dangerous missions in recent memory. A must-read for fans of military history, true accounts of modern warfare, and those inspired by courage under fire.