Amman: The Royal Hashemite Documentation Center (RHDC) has unveiled a significant new research publication titled "The Popular Army in Jordan between 1970-1999: A Study of Its Formation, Development and Role," authored by Dr. Laith Al-Zaben. This book explores the origins and evolution of the Popular Army over a span of nearly three decades.
According to Jordan News Agency, the RHDC highlighted in a statement that the book meticulously records the establishment of the Popular Army in 1970, detailing its development through various phases. The study provides an in-depth look at the circumstances leading to its formation, its training methodologies, and its strategic role in countering Israeli military actions and the historical events of September. Additionally, the research delves into the civil and developmental roles the army played, along with its influence on the social and cultural fabric of Jordanian society.
Dr. Laith Al-Zaben's research draws from a diverse array of sources, including the records of the National Consultative Council and the Parliament, contemporary media publications, and firsthand accounts from former members of the Popular Army. The RHDC emphasized that this scholarly work marks an important contribution to documenting a crucial period in Jordan's contemporary history.