Technicals (Five Stars)

The last few decades have seen the rise of both the high-tech and the cheap-rent when it comes to weapon systems. On the low end are the "technicals," mobile support weapons created by putting automatic weapons on the back of relatively cheap, nimble pickups and other vehicles, allowing insurgents and militia to support their troops during assaults and provide covering fire. Lacking armor, these vehicles rely a lot on mobility to prevent being plastered. And it's not the occasional antiaircraft machinegun that is pressed into service either: recoilless rifles, grenade launchers, even air-to-air rocket pods all serve to provide backup from Nissans and landrovers.
A well-done book on an obscure topic but relevent to many who have served in the Middle Eastern wars. Excellent illustrations and commentary and great original artwork.