Armies of the Iran–Iraq War 1980–88 is an in-depth account of the military forces involved in the Iran–Iraq War (1980–88). It details the structure, organisation, recruitment, training and equipment of the Iranian and Iraqi armies and their associated paramilitary forces. The text includes broad overviews of the armies and a more granular look at different military branches, including infantry, armoured, mechanized, special forces, and air forces. The text provides details of weaponry and equipment but also examines the political and ideological pressures that impacted the military effectiveness of both sides, ultimately contributing to a drawn-out and costly conflict.