Explores how the shadow of the Cold War still hangs over American foreign policy, and discusses how domestic politics have determined the United States' role as a world power.
Examines eight important battles fought in the 1800s: New Orleans, Waterloo, Mexico City, Sebastopol, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Little Bighorn, and Colenso, and the military decisions that determined their outcomes.
TIME shines a spotlight on the secret world of military special operations units, from the Green Berets of the Vietnam War to the Navy Seals of Pakistan. Join TIME to trace their history, their training and the missions they have fought, from World War II to Iraq and Afghanistan and more.
why we always fight the last battle : a history American intervention from World War I to Afghanistan
Rose, Gideon
2010
Examines key choices made by American presidents and their advisors during the final stages of each major conflict from World War I through the war in Iraq to reveal why the United States seems poorly prepared for the aftermath of major conflicts.
Compares the United States to the British, Roman, Chinese, Incan, and Aztec empires, examines how America works, and argues that empire building can ultimately threaten the health of democracy.
Explores the United States policy toward rogue nations, with primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives, extensive bibliographies, and annotated lists of relevant organizations.
Young readers will meet the fearless soldiers who serve our country, and also get an inside look at how they train for, and carry out, their dangerous missions. From rescuing hostages to capturing terrorists, no job is too tough for SEAL Team Six.Large, full-color photos and dramatic real-life stories will keep kids turning the pages to learn more.