This course focuses on warfare in the Middle East during the 20th century. A brief survey of military traditions of the region is followed by an examination of the influence the two World Wars had on the nations of the Middle East and their military institutions. In the post-war era, the Arab-Israeli Wars are examined, as are other regional conflicts including the Iran-Iraq War, the war in Afghanistan, and Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm.
Lessons
40 @ 55 min (2.500 Att/wk)
Labs
0 @ 0 min
Special requirements
A research paper of at least 1500 words; compensatory time provided.
