generals

Shares the life of Ely S. Parker, a man who achieved success in two worlds, a member of the Seneca, an Iroquois nation, and as President Grant's Commissioner of Indian Affairs.

Brings readers face-to-face with the people and events that have shaped Arlington National Cemetery, providing two pop-out maps, a running timeline, up to sixty historical and modern photographs, concise biographies, a detailed walking tour, and a section on planning a trip.

A biography of Confederate States Army General Robert E. Lee.

A humorous look at the life of United States president and general George Washington.

Describes the life, battle campaigns, influence on the ancient world, and mythological status of the champion of the Greeks who marched his armies as far as India.

Details the life of French writer Alexander Dumas's father General Alex Dumas, including his parentage, and describing how, after he was sold into bondage, Dumas made his way to Paris in time for the French Revolution.

Recounts events in the life of George Washington which focus on his fondness for animals.

Profiles Benedict Arnold, an accomplished soldier of the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War who is best remembered as a traitor and spy for the British during his time as commander of West Point.

Explores the life of Alexander the Great, including the author'sjudgement against the criteria of his own age and considers all his contradictions.