military history, modern

David Kilcullen, an expert on guerrilla warfare, explains how military strategies changed in the post-9/11 era, with most conflicts now becoming a hybrid of contrasting trends that blur the distinction between local and global struggles.

Explores humanity's love affair with war, discussing how war becomes an emotionally intense and even exhilarating experience for civilians and soldiers alike.

Covers operational use of aircraft since 1945. Includes maps, tables, units, equipment, roles, bases, and dates.

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.

A comprehensive survey of the wars and conflicts of the modern age, including 3,000 alphabetical articles, seven essays, and 500 photos, maps, and diagrams.

The author maintains that modern attitudes toward total war were conceived during the Napoleonic era; and argues that all the elements of total war were evident including conscription, unconditional surrender, disregard for basic rules of war, mobilization of civilians, and guerrilla warfare.

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

Explores military history from 1500 to the early twenty-first century, focusing on innovations in weaponry and tactics.