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I’m writing a book about a Russian veteran, and need it to be accurate (lowkey why I’m here lol) but I don’t really know where to get the sources from.
The requirements are that my character is at the army for at least two years, between 1970-1980 and that he has little to no experience.
I was thinking that maybe he could be in the Soviet-Afghan war, in the 40º.
Also, I know that back then, joining the army was an obligation once you turned 18, but how were the trainings back then?

I’d be very grateful if you all helped me!! ;)