Uniforms & History of the Soviet Airborne – The 345th Regiment in Afghanistan
Visual Chronicle of the Soviet-Afghan War, 1979 – 1989
 
What began as a reenactor’s guide has grown into a complete chronicle of the Soviet-Afghan War. Centered on the famed 345th Guards Airborne Regiment, this book traces a decade of evolving uniforms, field gear, and combat practices—brought to life through more than 380 full-colour photographs printed on photo-grade paper.
 
Inside the Book
Over 210 pages in a clean, contemporary layout
Hundreds of painstakingly recreated impressions of paratroopers and their support units
First-hand accounts and archival research that place day-to-day soldiering within the broader history of the 40th Army
Topics Covered
Conscription and basic training
The 1979 invasion of Afghanistan
Mounted and dismounted operations
Daily life in garrisons and outposts
Key events and notable operations
…and much more
Two international teams spent more than a year interviewing veterans and reviewing tens of thousands of photographs to ensure unmatched authenticity and detail.
 
More than 1500 copies sold!
 
Uniforms & History of the Soviet Airborne: The 345th Regiment in Afghanistan is an indispensable reference for historians, collectors, reenactors, and anyone intrigued by the Soviet intervention in Afghanistan.