Discusses the history of Alcatraz Island, tells stories of the prison built on the island and the prisoners held there, and shares reports of ghosts and hauntings in the now abandoned building.
Explains the development of weapons and tactics from the earliest clubs through the first firearms, and discusses armor, war animals, fortifications, siegecraft, and naval warfare.
"A wide-ranging survey of historical and current people involved in combat, from Viking and Mongols to modern-day pirates, martial artists, and special ops. Includes quiz"--Provided by publisher.
American West fashions from the 1840s to the 1890s
Krohn, Katherine E
2012
Photographs and text examine the fashion trends of the American West from the 1840s to the 1890s, describing the materials used to make men's and women's clothing and the styles that were commonly worn.
Traces the history of the formation of the United States, discussing the American colonies, pilgrims, colonial life, slaves, the Continental Army, the Revolutionary War, and other related topics.
Illustrations and text explore the fashion trends of the United States from 1861 to 1865, focusing on how the Civil War impacted styles, manufacturing, undergarments, everyday clothing, and fashions during the era.
Illustrations and text examine the fashion trends of the American people during the colonial era, describing the materials used to make men's and women's clothing and the styles that were commonly worn from the 1580s to the 1760s.
Offers a brief history of Matthew Brady and his role in Civil War photography; and contains photographs of Brady and other photographers and illustrators.
revolution and Victorian-age fashions from the 1770s to the 1860s
Bix, Cynthia Overbeck
2012
Photographs and text examine the fashion trends of the American people from the 1770s to the 1860s, describing the materials used to make men's and women's clothing and the styles that were commonly worn.
