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The soviets were always handicapped in power projection overseas during the cold war due to lack of a capable of a capable expeditionary force.Sure they had their airborne divisions but no rapidly deployed force through naval assets like the USMC

So let's imagine what kind of a force they can muster at the height of the cold war let's say in 1978 -1980

Goal is to provide some support for their allies in localized conflicts like
Angola civil war
Libya vs Egypt late 70s
South yemen
Horn of africa
Prevent coups against friendly regimes

What kind of naval vessels can they use ?
What kind of units would be most helpful? Mix of airborne troops , marine units , SAM UNIts , some mechanized infantry , ?
Fighter support ?
What kind of logistical support would be need ? How many transport aircraft or supply ships ?
What should be the ideal size of such a force ? Corp strength? Division strength ?
Etc
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