An illustrated introduction to the Gulf War of 1991 that discusses the reasons for the war, the weapons used, the public's response, significant people and milestones, and the lasting effects.
A pictorial history of the Vietnam War in which 58,000 Americans were killed, discussing the causes and effects, leaders, major battles, guerrilla warfare, aerial bombing, weaponry, peace negotiations, and lessons learned.
"Takes readers on a historical journey with 12 engaging chapters about the Iraq War. With colorful spreads featuring the wars critical moments, key players, and lasting effects paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and a timeline, the book provides a holistic view of the event.".
"Defeat after defeat sent Hitler's plans for global domination spinning inexorably out of control, and Nazi leaders scrambled to protect their treasures and secrets at all costs. Meanwhile the advancing Allied forces discovered the unimaginable depth of Nazi depravity as they liberated the infamous extermination camps hidden in plain sight throughout eastern Europe. A string of strategic, political, and diplomatic blunders sealed the fate of the Third Reich as Berlin fell in flames and Hitler died in his bunker along with his wife and dog.
Explains all aspects of the Revolutionary War, highlighting the causes of the conflict, discussing key players and battles, and explaining the resulting aftermath.
"The Mexican-American War began as a dispute over Texas, California, and other parts of the Southwest. This regional conflict helped shape the modern Southwest. Learn more about this conflict, its key players, battles, heroes, and resolution in The Mexican-American War, an America at War book"--Back cover.
Provides an overview of the World War I, military battles, American involvement, heroism, war weapons, military uniforms and its effects on American mainland during that period.
"The War of 1812 began as a disagreement over trade and shipping between Great Britain and the United States. Although neither side truly won, the United States gained a greater sense of national identity, setting the stage for its westward expansion. Learn more about this conflict, its key players, battles, heroes, and resolution in The War of 1812, an America at War book"--Back cover.
