The Influence of the Boer War (1899 - 1902)

...on the Tactical Development of the Regular British Army 1902 - 1914. This thesis, by Spencer Jones, BA, MPhil, examines the influence of the Boer War 1899 – 1902 upon tactics and training in the regular British Army 1902 – 1914. The work argues that several key lessons drawn from South Africa became the tactical cornerstones for infantry, artillery and cavalry throughout the pre-First World War period and shaped the performance of the B.E.F. during the early battles of 1914.

Americanizing Africanization | The Congo Crisis, 1960-1967

This dissertation, by William T. Mountz, seeks to provide a clear and concise account of U.S. intervention in the Congo, explaining the decisions made by U.S. policymakers and their Congolese counterparts. Like traditional diplomatic histories, it is concerned with the nature and effects of U.S. power. It argues that U.S. intervention in the Congo ended in tragedy (American support for a right-wing dictator) not only because of a commitment to contain the communist threat, but also because of a commitment to a liberal ideology, one devoted to remaking the world in its own image.

The Cuban intervention in Angola | 1965 - 1991

During my research on irregular warfare and counter insurgency operations I found this gem. The Cuban intervention in Angola, 1965 - 1991 | From Che Guevara to Cuito Cuanavale. What surprised me was the fact, that Cuba got involved even before 1975, which I thought was the real kick-off point of the Angolan Civil War. Anyway. You got some reading material know to learn all about it.