The Afghan Papers

In 2006, British forces entered the Helmand Province of Afghanistan in what would become one of the defining military campaigns of the decade. But how was the decision taken to commit Britain to what became a drawn-out war? The Afghan Papers, based on interviews with and analysis by key figures in the decision, is an original RUSI analysis that provides a first, trenchant insight into the decision to commit the UK to a war that may colour British policy for a generation.