Battle of Cuito Cuanavale Exposed: The Largest African Battle That Turned the Border War скачать в хорошем качестве

Battle of Cuito Cuanavale Exposed: The Largest African Battle That Turned the Border War

The Battle of Cuito Cuanavale (1987-1988) is often described as the largest conventional battle fought in Africa since World War II, and it became a turning point in the South African Border War and the Angolan Civil War. In this video, we break down what FAPLA was trying to achieve with its offensive toward Mavinga, how SADF and UNITA reacted, and why a fast-moving plan turned into a grinding campaign that reshaped the entire conflict. We follow the fight phase by phase using maps and a clear timeline: the clashes around the Lomba River, the push toward Cuito Cuanavale, and the brutal defensive battles near the Tumpo Triangle. You’ll see how artillery, mobility, air power, and logistics collided, and why this battle remains “disputed” in history, with South Africa, Angola, and Cuba each claiming a different kind of victory. Finally, we connect the battlefield to the wider endgame: what changed after the fighting, how the narrative war influenced politics, and how the road led toward the 1988 Tripartite Accord and Namibia’s path to independence. If you enjoyed this breakdown, like the video, subscribe to Africa War Files, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next deep dive.