: Originally published around September 2020 (e-book) with subsequent print releases in March 2021 .
: It examines the emergence of the "modern" mercenary following World War II, specifically focusing on French, British, and Belgian soldiers who operated during the African decolonization of the 1960s and 70s. Soldados de fortuna - Miguel del Rey.epub
: Primarily available as an ePub and Kindle Edition for digital readers, as well as a 368-page paperback. Language : Spanish. : Originally published around September 2020 (e-book) with
: The book explores the transition from classical mercenaries used by figures like Hannibal and the Italian cities of the Renaissance to the rise of modern private military companies like Blackwater . Language : Spanish
: Del Rey and Canales contrast the "legendary and adventurous" aura of old-world mercenaries with the corporate, subcontracted reality of today's private security contractors.
: This title is part of the Crónicas de la Historia (History Chronicles) collection from Editorial Edaf , known for well-documented and accessible military history. Digital & Technical Details
is a comprehensive historical essay by Miguel del Rey and Carlos Canales Torres that traces the evolution of mercenary warfare from ancient history to the modern era . Key Features & Content