military history

Contains twenty articles that provide accounts of military leaders and events that changed the course of world history, from Alexander the Great's campaigns in 323 B.C., to Dwight D. Eisenhower's actions at Normandy in 1944.

Provides detailed coverage and tactical maps of various historic battles from Cannae to Mogadishu.

Presents chronologically arranged descriptions of the land and sea battles of ancient Greece and Rome spanning the eighth century B.C. through 31 B.C., drawing from contemporary accounts and also providing maps and battle plans.

Introduction to the military and naval history of the world, covering the years from 1492 to 1792, and highlighting key events and topics.

Provides chronologically-arranged, detailed descriptions of significant battles throughout history, explaining the impacts of the Siege of Carthage, the Battle of Hastings, the American Revolutionary War, and other military conflicts on human history.

Brief biographies of some outstanding commanders throughout history with descriptions of the campaigns which have earned them a place in military history.

Discusses why and how men have gone to war in ancient and modern times and describes some famous battles.

A comprehensive, illustrated history of medieval warfare, describing the weapons, military tactics, and campaigns from the eighth century to the fall of Constantinople in 1453.

Describes dangerous and fearless warriors from throughout history.