Minefield
Minefield by Lola Arias, published by Bloomsbury Academic on November 2, 2017, is a thought-provoking exploration of the Falklands/Malvinas war through the eyes of six veterans. This edition, comprising 152 pages, presents a unique format where these former adversaries come together on stage to share their memories, films, songs, and photos. They reflect on their experiences in the conflict, providing insights into the political figures who influenced their lives and decisions during the war.
Readers will find a blend of personal narratives that traverse the spectrum from the horrors of battle to the uncertainties of contemporary life. The veterans embody their past selves while engaging in a dialogue that combines brutal honesty with unexpected humor. The themes of military history and the impact of war on personal identity are central to this work, making it a significant contribution to discussions around military science and the human experience in conflict.
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In Minefield six Falklands/Malvinas war veterans who once faced each other across a battlefield now face each other across a stage. Together they share memories, films, songs and photos as they recall their collective war and embody the political figures that led them into it.
Soldier, veteran, human – these men have stories to share as they take us from the horrors of war to today’s uncertainties, with brutal honesty and startling humour.
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