military history

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.

Chronicles the life of George Patton, discussing his childhood, loving family, learning disability, military career, and other related topics.

Discusses how Frederick the Great made Prussia a major European power and how Prussia, under Bismarck's leadership, united Germany into an empire.

A variety of letters written by American servicemen which include accounts of combat, complaints about conditions, philosophical musings, love letters, and final thoughts.

Examines the military campaigns of Napoleon and discusses his victory at Austerlitz in 1805 which led to his rise to political power, and his defeat at Waterloo in 1815 which led to his exile from France.

Biography of one of the most controversial American generals.

News correspondent Wilborn Hampton relates his experiences covering two civil wars in the Middle East and discusses the important issues that have plagued the region for decades.

Presents a brief biography of Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, and discusses his childhood, participation in the Arab-Israeli wars, and his tough anti-terrorist tactics that have made him a popular leader among his people.