War in Ukraine, Volume 9: Soviet-Designed Artillery Systems, 2014–2024 by Wen Jian Chung is a highly focused and informative entry in the Europe @ War series, offering a detailed look at one of the most important elements of the ongoing conflict, Artillery Systems. Chung does an excellent job breaking down the development, deployment, and battlefield use of Soviet-designed systems still in operation today. The text strikes a solid balance between technical detail and operational context, making it accessible without losing depth. It’s particularly valuable for readers interested in how legacy systems have been adapted and employed in a modern, high-intensity conflict.

A major strength of the book is its strong photographic content. The images are clear, well-chosen, and often capture real world conditions, giving readers an authentic sense of how these vehicles and systems appear in the field. These photographs add significant value, especially for those who appreciate visual documentation alongside written analysis.

Equally impressive are the color slides featuring vehicle markings and camouflage schemes. These are especially useful for modelers and enthusiasts, providing accurate and detailed references for different units and variations seen throughout the conflict. The profiles are cleanly presented and help bring clarity to the often complex and evolving marking styles used in Ukraine.

Overall, this volume is a well-produced and worthwhile resource that I highly recommend. Whether you are a military history reader, an armor enthusiast, or a scale modeler, it delivers both solid information and excellent visual reference material. Thanks to the folks at Casemate for providing this copy for the IPMS/USA to review!