history, military

Examines the military organization, armour and weapons of ancient Greek civilization during the bronze age, the age of the city-states and the age of Alexander.

Examines the armour, tactics, weapons, and organization of the Roman army during the Macedonian campaign, Caesar's conquest of Europe and the early years of Empire in Rome.

Discusses different types of forts and their uses and surveys the forts of North America.

"Describes various weapons and battles of the colonial period in America"--Provided by publisher.

Describes what it was like to be a Roman soldier in ancient times, describing their weapons, armor, combat methods, and role in Roman history.

A discussion of ancient Egyptian warfare, looking at foot soldiers, mounted soldiers, weapons and armor, sea battle, and leaders.

An introduction to the history and lifestyle of Spartan hoplites, with profiles of Leonidas I and Xerxes, and discusses the Persian Wars and other battles.

Takes readers back in time to learn about the Japanese Samurai, famous Samurai battles, swords, the Bushido code, and the decline of the samurai.

Takes readers back in time to introduce them to the role of the pharaoh in ancient Egypt, his armies, weapons and armor, the importance of religion, and burial rites.

A collection of more than fifty poems and paintings that reflect Americans' views on and response to warfare from the American Revolution through the Iraq War.