Frank, an English Boy, and Hannah, a German Jewish refugee, are both evacuated from London to the countryside, and have two different perspectives on the war that has taken them away from familiar surroundings.
Presents the context for the writing of the famous poem by the Canadian medical officer who attended injured soldiers in Flanders during the First World War.
"Examines World War I, including the causes of the war, the important leaders and battles, America's involvement in the war, the home front, and the Allied victory"--Provided by publisher.
Contains fourteen essays that examine issues associated with United States Military deployments, discussing the expansion of the US Military's presence throughout the world, whether US Military presence inspires resentment in occupied nations, the US Military intervention in the Middle East, and related topics.
Presents a brief profile of religiously-based warfare over the centuries including the Crusades, the Inquisition, Muslim Jihad, and modern terrorist attacks by Al Qaeda.
An illustrated adaptation of the classic H.G. Wells story in which Earth is invaded by hostile aliens from Mars. Includes brief biographical information about the author.
Photographs and text examine the roles and responsibilities of soldiers throughout history, and discusses training, weaponry, types of troops, and other related topics; and includes a time line and glossary.
