1980s The Brave Soldier (الجندي الشجاع) — Iraq
An illustrated propaganda children’s book published by Iraq’s Dar Thaqafat al-Atfal (Children’s Cultural Center) as part of the Buds Series. It introduces young readers to the branches of the Iraqi armed forces, including the infantry, artillery, armor, air force, navy, engineering, and medical services, through simple, didactic text and bold, cartoon-style illustrations. The book glorifies the Iraqi soldier as disciplined, brave, and loyal to the homeland, promoting patriotism and military pride. Visuals include soldiers in uniform, tanks, warships, and helicopters marked with the Iraqi flag.
Title: الجندي الشجاع (The Brave Soldier)
Format: Paperback
Language: Arabic
Issue: N/A
Year: 1980s
Writer/Editor: رياض السالم (Riyad Al-Salem)
Illustrator: عامر رشاد (Amer Rashad)
Publisher: دار ثقافة الأطفال – مكتبة الطفل – سلسلة البراعم (Children’s Cultural Center – Children’s Library – Buds Series)
Country: Iraq
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