Wills, Charles

The Illustrated History of Weaponry: From Flint Axes to Automatic Weapons is a comprehensive look at the often deadly, sometimes surprising tools of battle. More than 600 photographs of an eclectic mix of weapons were specially commissioned from the 8,000-piece collection of the Berman Museum of World History. Spanning the globe and more than 3,500 years, they include an elaborate Persian scimitar owned by both Abbas I and Catherine and Great, a sword presented to Napoleon, the traveling pistols of Confederate president Jefferson Davis, and Heinrich Himmler's rifle. A variety of rare weapons of espionage and combination curiosa makes the collection of special interest to even the most seasoned weaponry connoisseur." "The Illustrated History of Weaponry offers historical perspective of the people, places, and times important to the development of weaponry, with special features that illuminate such topics as The Hundred Years War, The Crusades, Naval Weapons, The Civil War, and Trench Warfare.

A history of Illinois, highlighting its contrasts as an agricultural and industrial center.

A history of Alabama, from its early exploration and settlement to the state today.

Profiles the life of Annie Oakley, discussing her childhood, love of hunting, performances in the Wild West show, marriage, and later years; and includes over 100 photographs and illustrations, definition boxes, sidebars, and a time line.

A history of Connecticut, from its early exploration and settlement to the state today.

A history of Ohio, from its early exploration and settlement to the state today.

Surveys the history of Georgia, beginning with Native American civilizations and going on to cover European explorations, early statehood, and twentieth-century issues and events.

A history of Colorado, from its early exploration and settlement to the state today.

A history of Oregon, from its early exploration and settlement to the state today.