12 Strong

In "Horse Soldiers," New York Times bestselling author Doug Stanton recounts the gripping true story of a small group of U.S. Army Special Forces soldiers who ventured into Afghanistan on horseback shortly after September 11. Outnumbered forty-to-one, these brave soldiers fought intense battles to capture the strategically vital city of Mazar-i-Sharif, initially welcomed as liberators by the Afghan people. Their mission took a perilous turn during a surrender when they faced an unexpected ambush, leading to a desperate fight for survival in the fortress of Qala-i-Janghi. This meticulously researched narrative explores both the military triumphs and the complex dynamics of winning hearts and minds in a challenging conflict.