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Battle of Al Haniyah, 26th February 1991 by David Rowlands. - Cranston Military Prints

Battle of Al Haniyah, 26th February 1991 by David Rowlands.


Battle of Al Haniyah, 26th February 1991 by David Rowlands.

The 14th/20th Kings Hussars assault on Objective Copper South.
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