Once again, we cripple our own troops, by not letting them pursue the enemy to his lair. How many wars must we lose by respecting borders?
Speaking of the 'Great Game' if you want to read an account of one of the most amazing shadow wars in history, read the
The Great Game by Peter Hopkirk. It is about the struggle for dominance of Afghanistan and India by the Russians and the British in the 1700 and 1800's.
It reads like an adventure novel - you will be amazed at the bravery and skills of 20 year old British officers passing as Afghans. And Britain suffering one of its greatest military defeats in a retreat from Kabul. Great read!
Ping. Cool read.