It’s been 27 years since the battle of Cuito-Cuanavale in southern Angola. It played out against the backdrop of the Angolan Civil War and the ending of the cold war between America and the former Soviet Union. During the battle, the USA and apartheid South Africa were supporting UNITA, an anti-communist opposition army led by Jonas Savimbi. In 1987 the liberation forces (FAPLA) received extensive support from the Soviet and Cuban governments, allowing them to take on UNITA with renewed vigour. The South African Defense Force (SADF) came to UNITA’s aid. This led to the largest land battle fought in Africa since World War II.
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Many commentators and historians believe that the battle had a direct influence on the liberation of South Africa. Almost 30 years on, there is still no consensus as to who won the battle, with all sides claiming victory.
12 сен 2024
