history, military

Traces the history of the Roman legions and the campaigns through which they conquered most of the known world. Also describes the training, outfitting and armaments of the soldiers as well as the military ritual.

Traces the life and career of the outspoken general who served in World Wars I and II. Includes some of his writings.

Looks at how the Civil War was fought in the eastern region of the United States, examining key battles and individuals in the eastern theater. Includes a time line, glossary, maps, and archival illustrations.

Examines the life and military career of George S. Patton,discussing his schooling, his roles in World War I and World War II, his rise to the rank of general, and his death. Includes photographs and a time line.

Presents a biography of Douglas MacArthur, a general in the U.S. Army during World War II, and provides information on his childhood, his long military career, and his rise to Army chief of staff.

An illustrated chronicle of America's wars from the Revolution to the liberation of Iraq.

Recounts the story of wartime photography, from the first use of cameras on the battlefield through the war in Viet Nam.

Examines the two main occupations for men in ancient Greece where only Sparta had a full-time army while soldiers from all other city states were also farmers.

Surveys the wars that have directly influenced the United States, from the Revolutionary War through the Cold War.

Contains alphabetically-arranged entries on the Spanish Empire's conquest over the Aztec, Incan, and Mayan people.