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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.

"The period of time including the Civil War and Reconstruction in the United States was an era that involved a lot of change. For many African Americans, this transition included going from a life of slavery to becoming a soldier. This . . . book presents readers with the stories of many of these people, while also addressing important issues such as racism and prejudice"--Publisher's website.

"Describes the lives of black soldiers on both sides of the Civil War"--Provided by publisher.

A medic sent to the front lines in the trenches of World War I writes a letter home to his young son.

Brief text, sidebars, labeled illustrations, and humorous cartoons depict life and events during the four years of the Civil War.

Provides information about British Redcoats, discussing when and where they fought, how they were trained, their weapons and gear, and their decline.

Introduces the U.S. Army of World War II, describing how soldiers were trained for combat, the kinds of jobs they had, and some of the challenges they faced.

Examines the life of Ulysses S. Grant, a Union general during the Civil War who went on to be elected president in 1868.