--- product_id: 282984320 title: "The Iran–Iraq War: A Military and Strategic History" price: "€ 149.56" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/282984320-the-iran-iraq-war-a-military-and-strategic-history store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Top #26 Military History bestseller 590g authoritative volume Exclusive Iraqi government records The Iran–Iraq War: A Military and Strategic History **Price:** € 149.56 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock the hidden war stories that shape history! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Iran–Iraq War: A Military and Strategic History - **How much does it cost?** € 149.56 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/282984320-the-iran-iraq-war-a-military-and-strategic-history) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Highly Rated by Readers:** Join thousands who rated it 4.4/5 for its informative and detailed approach. - • **Unrivaled Primary Sources:** Dive deep with exclusive Iraqi government documents rarely seen elsewhere. - • **Trusted Academic Authority:** Published by Cambridge University Press, a hallmark of scholarly excellence. - • **Comprehensive Strategic Insight:** Master the complexities of the Iran-Iraq War with a detailed military and strategic narrative. - • **Essential for Military History Buffs:** Ranked #26 in Military History—don’t miss out on this definitive resource. ## Overview This authoritative volume from Cambridge University Press offers a meticulously researched military and strategic history of the Iran-Iraq War, leveraging exclusive Iraqi government records. Weighing 590 grams, it stands as a top-ranked bestseller (#26 in Military History) with a strong 4.4-star rating, making it an essential read for professionals and enthusiasts eager to grasp one of the 20th century’s most significant yet underexplored conflicts. ## Description The Iran-Iraq War is one of the largest, yet least documented conflicts of the twentieth century. Drawing from an extensive cache of captured Iraqi government records, this book offers an unparalleled military and strategic account of the war through Review: Great book, detailed history - Great book, detailed history, although there is not much said on behalf of Iranian side and is mostly based on Iraqi documents. Review: The Iran-Iraq War - Excellent book and it arrived in days. ## Features - Item Trademark: CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS - manufacturer: Cambridge University Press - Item Weight: grams, pounds, 1.30072734580, 590. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #163,668 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #678 in History of the Middle East #1,337 in Military History #63,530 in Textbooks & Study Guides | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 31 Reviews | ## Images ![The Iran–Iraq War: A Military and Strategic History - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61f-u7iUc+L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book, detailed history *by B***. on 23 February 2016* Great book, detailed history, although there is not much said on behalf of Iranian side and is mostly based on Iraqi documents. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Iran-Iraq War *by M***Y on 10 November 2019* Excellent book and it arrived in days. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well done and informative *by E***N on 21 March 2015* Clear, concise and well written. I think Cyrus in his review sums things up nicely and I'd only disagree with him on the quality of the maps that cover too large an area whereas key conflicts were centered in limited geographical areas that don't show up well on the maps; however, this conflict wasn't like WWII, a war of movement, so my gripe about the maps is rather inconsequential. A lot of research went into this book and it is assembled in a most readable fashion. As I recollect, during the eight years this war ran there was virtually no US coverage of the conflict so this book fills a large void for those interested in events in the Middle East. Verbatim transcripts of Saddam's war councils with his military leaders provides a unique insight into how he viewed himself as a leader - a most grandiose vision - and how he "justified" his various barbaric acts that included lavish use of chemical weapons. As the book covers, one of the key reasons Iraq prevailed was it had continuing access to weapons from the outside world, Iran had virtually none, and the Gulf States, mainly Kuwait, lent Iraq around a billion dollars a month to continue the conflict. At war's end Iraq was bankrupt and owed tens of billions to its backers. One theory (not propounded in the book) explaining Saddam's subsequent invasion of Kuwait was his believe there was a vast treasure trove of gold in the Kuwait central bank; allegedly the first in during the invasion were helicopter-borne troops who landed on the roof of the central bank to seize the goodies, only to find out most of the country's reserves were held in foreign banks. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/282984320-the-iran-iraq-war-a-military-and-strategic-history](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/282984320-the-iran-iraq-war-a-military-and-strategic-history) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-11-10*