generals

A dual portrait of the two opposing Civil War generals explores their formative years and early careers through their postwar lives, covering their roles during the Civil War, detailing specific battles and the decisions made by each man.

Chronicles the life and career of Alexander the Great, who became a great soldier, united Greece under one ruler, battled in Asia and more.

Robert E. Lee seemed destined for greatness. His father was a Revolutionary War hero and at West Point he graduated second in his class! In 1861, when the Southern states seceded from the Union, Lee was offered the opportunity to command the Union forces. However, even though he was against the war, his loyalty to his home state of Virginia wouldn't let him fight for the North. Despite the South's ultimate defeat, General Robert E. Lee remains one of the United States' true military heroes.

Discusses Stonewall Jackson's role in the Civil War and shares details from his life.

"Using the biography text structure, explores the key leaders of the Revolutionary War"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the life of George Armstrong Custer, discussing his childhood, his marriage, his military career, and his death at Little Bighorn.

Recounts the unprovoked attacks on Americans by Muslim terrorists sworn to carry out jihad against all Western powers in 1805, the challenges faced by the new nation and its president, Thomas Jefferson,and examines the events that gave birth to the Navy and the Marines.

Presents a comprehensive biography of the military career and experiences of George Washington, and describes how his participation in the French and Indian War influenced the way in which he commanded the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.