{"title":"Professor Heather Marie Stur","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by \u003cem\u003eProfessor Heather Marie Stur\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned expert in the fields of history and military studies. With a keen eye for detail and an engaging writing style, Professor Stur has captivated readers with her comprehensive explorations of military history and its profound impacts on society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her acclaimed publications is \u003cstrong\u003e\"21 Days to Baghdad\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compelling account that delves into the intricate dynamics of modern warfare. This book provides readers with insightful analyses and vivid narratives, making complex historical events accessible and engaging for enthusiasts and scholars alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProfessor Stur's works are a testament to her dedication to uncovering the nuances of military conflicts and their enduring significance. Her books are valuable resources for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of historical events and their lasting implications on the world stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this collection to discover more about the fascinating and intricate world of history and military, as seen through the lens of one of today's most distinguished historians.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"21-days-to-baghdad-by-professor-heather-marie-stur-9781472853639","title":"21 Days to Baghdad","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e21 Days to Baghdad\u003c\/i\u003e chronicles the U.S. Army’s 3rd Infantry Division during the 2003 siege of Baghdad and its subsequent nation-building mission in Operation Iraqi Freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUpon arrival in Baghdad in early April 2003, the 3rd Infantry Division began a complex security mission that required the soldiers and their commanders to convince Iraqi citizens that the U.S. was there to help them. At the same time, they continued fighting Saddam Hussein’s elite Republican Guard, paramilitary forces, and terrorists. The \"front lines\" were everywhere in the city, with battle space encompassing hospitals, mosques, and schools where Iraqi troops stationed themselves to avoid American fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eU.S. soldiers who had fought in violent desert conflicts for three weeks on the way to Baghdad now had to shift their thinking and actions to conduct humanitarian assistance operations for Iraqi citizens whose homes, businesses, and families were destroyed by the fighting. They also had to remain alert to the random violence typical of urban warfare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the centre of the story is General Buford “Buff” Blount, the U.S. Army two-star general who led the 3rd Infantry Division from its training base in Kuwait to capture Baghdad and dismantle the government of Saddam Hussein. Blount’s commitment to understanding local viewpoints shaped his attitude towards Baghdad and how he would instruct his troops to interact with Iraqi civilians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis years working in the Middle East had taught him that deep knowledge of the local scene was essential to a successful security mission, which made it a surprise when the 3rd Infantry Division, having spent months in Baghdad, was recalled from Iraq at the end of 2003. The division was replaced by another Army unit whose members had no knowledge of the local situation, no language skills, and no cultural understanding of Iraqi attitudes and concerns. President George W. Bush and Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld did not view peacekeeping and humanitarian assistance as worthwhile uses of a conventional combat force like the 3rd Infantry Division. To them, the division had accomplished its mission of destroying Hussein's government.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Blount and the 3rd Infantry Division takes readers on a winding journey, exploring U.S. diplomatic and military interventions in the Middle East from the late Cold War into the Global War on Terror. It illustrates the extensive reach of the U.S. military, the limitations of nation-building in the aftermath of war, and the tensions between policymakers in Washington, DC, and troops on the ground concerning the purpose and conduct of the U.S. invasion of Iraq.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848142606572,"sku":"9781472853639","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10673913482712.jpg?v=1758965083"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/professor-heather-marie-stur.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}