The "war" in the title refers to , the CIA-led covert mission to arm and finance the Afghan Mujahideen during the Soviet–Afghan War (1979–1989).
The phrase typically refers to the 2007 political drama based on the true story of Texas Congressman Charlie Wilson. While the movie does not have a formal theatrical subtitle, the book it was adapted from by George Crile features the evocative subtitle: subtitle Charlie Wilson's War
: Charlie Wilson, a "good-time" congressman from Texas known for his hard-partying lifestyle, leveraged his seat on the House Appropriations Committee to drastically increase funding for the operation. The "war" in the title refers to ,
: The introduction of the Stinger missile is portrayed as the turning point that allowed the Mujahideen to take down Soviet helicopters and change the tide of the war. 4. Where to Watch & Learn More : The introduction of the Stinger missile is