Traces the history of the Cold War from its origins at the start of World War I through the Khmer Rouge's undermining of the UN's peace-keeping measure in Cambodia in 1992, discussing the events, figures, and policies that influences the Cold War and its impact on world history.
Presents a chronology of notable developments and events in the history of private and commercial transportation in the United States, from December 10, 1672, to April 14, 2003.
A comprehensive reference to the Korean War that includes a day-by-day chronology of the war, profiles of the people involved, descriptions of the weaponry used, historical photographs, and more.
Traces the history of Hispanic culture in the Western Hemisphere, providing a comprehensive listing of historical and cultural events about peoples whose origins or descent is Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Spain, and the Spanish-speaking countries of Central and South America.
A chronological guide to assassinations, and failed attempts, throughout history, with information on the intended victims, the motivation of the attackers, and the impact of the event on history and politics.
A visual history covering personalities and topics of the twentieth-century and including key events in the fields of international politics, entertainment, and science.
Chronicles the 1990s in text and photos, describing events and developments in politics, science and technology, exploration and discovery, religion, philosophy, the arts, sports, society, and pop culture around the world.
