Battle zones

Offers a behind-the-scenes look at how war was waged in the Middle Ages, providing information on battle strategy, weaponry, the daily lives of soldiers, the details of the Crusades, and other related topics.

Traces the development of warfare in the twentieth century, describing the conflicts, religious struggles, structures of armies, development of weapon technology, and the changing tactics of war, and considering the impact of air power, technological advances in naval warfare, advancements in military intelligence, and the changing role of foot soldiers.

Illustrations and easy-to-follow text describe every aspect of battle in the ancient world, including the techniques of warring forces, the roles and ranks of individuals involved in battle, and the cultural and historical forces.

Traces the development of warfare from the sixteenth through the nineteenth century, describing the conflicts, religious struggles, structures of armies, development of weapon technology, and the changing tactics of war.