50 Events You Really Need To Know History Of War

Author : Robin Cross
Publisher : Quercus
ISBN 13 : 1623651832
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 50 Events You Really Need to Know: History of War written by Robin Cross and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2013-11-05 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human history--from the empires of the ancient world to the superpowers of the 21st century--has been inextricably shaped by conflict and the weapons that have been used to wage it. The technologies that have produced advanced civilizations have also been harnessed to the grim business of warfare. The trains that carried working people to their first seaside holidays in the 19th century also took millions of young men to war in 1914. Nearly a century later, the computer revolution, which by 2000 had come to dominate almost every aspect of life in advanced societies, had also introduced us to a new fifth dimension of warfare, in which governments jostle brutally in cyberspace. This short history, stretching from the chariot to the Stuxnet virus which disabled Iran's nuclear enrichment programme in 2007, charts some of the most significant weapons, fortifications and tactics that have been developed in the last 2,500 years. Since 1945, the pace of change has been relentless. In the present day, the main battle tank is facing obsolescence as the master of the battlefield, and the introduction of the Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) threatens the livelihoods of many of the highly trained establishments of the world's leading air forces. In contrast, the many asymmetric conflicts raging around the globe in countries of the Third World attest to the durability of one of the 20th century's most remarkable weapons, the Kalashnikov assault rifle, developed in the later 1940s and still in service worldwide. This is a scintillating introduction to the world's most enduring phenomenon.

Author : Robin Cross
Publisher : Quercus Books
ISBN 13 : 9781780872643
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book History of War written by Robin Cross and published by Quercus Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human history - from the empires of the ancient world to the superpowers of the 21st century - has been inextricably shaped by conflict and the weapons that have been used to wage it. The technologies that have produced advanced civilizations have also been harnessed to the grim business of warfare. This short history, stretching from the chariot to the Stuxnet virus which disabled Iran's nuclear enrichment programme in 2007, charts some of the most significant weapons, fortifications and tactics that have been developed in the last 2,500 years. It is a scintillating introduction to the world's most enduring phenomenon. The 50 events include: The Egyptian New Kingdom; Heavy infantry tactics; Grand strategy of Alexander the Great; Naval warfare; Legion versus phalanx; The army on the march; Roman siegecraft; Kingship and command; Cavalry and castles; The age of chivalry; The changing battlefield; Siege trains and siegecraft; The age of Vauban; The age of Frederick the Great; The Seven Years' War; Colonial conflict; Napoleon, tactics and grand strategy; Nelson and naval tactics; The rise of the Dreadnought; Steam and steel; Firepower; Mobilization; Trench warfare; Air warfare; The Manhattan Project and Cyberwar.

Author : Ian Crofton
Publisher : Quercus Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0857381776
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book World History written by Ian Crofton and published by Quercus Publishing. This book was released on 2011-04-28 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People often complain that in history lessons at school they were taught just a few topics - the Romans, the Tudors, the Nazis - and how they have no idea at all about what happened in between. To remedy this, World History: 50 Key Milestones You Really Need to Know offers brief and stimulating outlines of key developments in the history of the world, from the beginning of agriculture 10,000 years ago to the attack on the Twin Towers on 9/11. Each essay is accompanied by a detailed time line of dates and events, and the flavour of the period concerned is brought to life by selected contemporary quotations from figures as diverse as Aristotle, Saladin, Christopher Columbus, Suleiman the Magnificent, Galileo, Voltaire, Thomas Jefferson, Mary Wollstonecraft, Napoleon, Abraham Lincoln and Winston Churchill. In addition, box features throw light on a range of related topics, from Confucianism and the state to Alexander the Great's horse, and from Islamic science to the Enigma code and the atomic bomb.

Author : Henry Freeman
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 1522985085
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book American History in 50 Events written by Henry Freeman and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-12-31 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered why America is the way it is? Do you want to understand the events that have shaped American culture? Are you interested in seeing the long-term historical connections that explain how America moved from a group of colonies to the most powerful nation in history? If so, this book is for you. In simple, straightforward language, this book will take you on a brief journey through the highlights of American history. Filled with interesting facts and historical context, this book is a must-read for those who are passionate about history or are simply interested in better understanding the history of the United States. Inside you will read about... - Columbus’ famous first journey - Founding of Plymouth Colony - Boston Tea Party - Battles of Lexington and Concord - War of 1812 - Spanish American War - The Roaring Twenties - The Moon landing - 9/11 Terrorist Attacks - And much more! Broken down into a series of fifty easy-to-read selections, this book will take you from Pre-Columbian settlement up to current events of today.

Author : Jim Eldridge
Publisher : QEB Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781609926304
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 50 Things You Should Know About the First World War written by Jim Eldridge and published by QEB Publishing. This book was released on 2014-07-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of the War, brought to life through illustrations, photographs, diaries, and newspaper reports. In this illustrated exploration of World War I, readers discover what caused the war and why it eventually affected every corner of the globe. The key battles, events, and figures are all explored and recounted in succinct and easy-to understand text while illustrations and photographs bring the past vividly back to life.

Author : James Weber
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781530848829
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book World War 2: World War II in 50 Events written by James Weber and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-04-02 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to learn how the bloodiest military conflict of all time began, was fought and ultimately won by the Allies Read about the 50 most important events of World War II, from the very beginning to the fall of the Axis Powers. This book is perfect for history lovers. Author James Weber did the research and compiled this huge list of events and battles that changed the course of history forever. Some of them include: - The Japanese Invasion of Manchuria (September 18, 1931) - The Signing of the Non-Aggression Pact between Germany and the Soviet Union (August 23, 1939)- The Battle of Britain (Summer 1940)- Pearl Harbor (December 7, 1941)- The Destruction of Cologne during the Thousand Bomber Raid (May 30, 1942)- The Battles of Midway (June 1942)- The German Surrender at Stalingrad (February 2, 1943)- Drop of the Atomic Bomb on Hiroshima (August 6, 1945)and many many more The book takes you through the most important events of WWII from before the beginning of the war in 1939 until its end in 1945. It contains all the major battles and fights. You will find pictures and explanations to every event, making this the perfect resource for students and anyone wanting to broaden their knowledge in history. Download your copy now! Tags: world war ii books, world war 2 historical fiction, history, world history, history books, history of war, war tactics, military, world war 2 books for kindle, world war 2 books for teens, world war 2 books young adult, history books for kids, military tactics, world war ii in colour, world war 2 movies, world war 2 posters, world war 2 books for kids, world war 2 books for adults, nazi germany, axis, allies, d-day,

Author : James Weber
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781534962873
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Civil War: American Civil War in 50 Events written by James Weber and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-06-29 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to learn how the bloodiest military conflict in American History began, was fought and ultimately won by the Allies Read about the 50 most important events of the Civil War, from the very beginning to the fall of the Confederate States. This book is perfect for history lovers. Author James Weber did the research and compiled this huge list of events and battles that changed the course of history forever. Some of them include: - Lincoln Inauguration (March 4, 1861)- Civil War Begins (April 12, 1861)- Union Troops Surrender at Ft. Sumter (April 14, 1861)- First Battle of Bull Run (July 21, 1861)- Monitor vs. Merrimack (March 9, 1862)- Antietam (September 17, 1862)- Emancipation Proclamation (January 1, 1863)- Gettysburg (July 1, 1863)- Battle of Spotsylvania (May 8, 1864 - May 12, 1864)- Battle of Cold Harbor (June 1, 1864 - June 3, 1864)- Sherman Burns Atlanta (September 2, 1864)- President Johnson officially ends Civil War (May 9, 1865)and many many more The book takes you through the most important events of the Civil War from before the beginning of the war in 1861 until its end in 1865. It contains all the major battles and fights. You will find pictures and explanations to every event, making this the perfect resource for students and anyone wanting to broaden their knowledge in history. Download your copy now! Tags: civil war, civil war history, civil war books, american civil war, american civil war history, american civil war books, american civil war memoirs, history, world history, history books, history of war, war tactics, military, american civil war historical fiction, american civil war historical fiction for kids, american civil war battles, civil war history books, civil war battles, civil war history kids, civil war history books, civil war history kindle, civil war books for kids,

Author : Simon Adams
Publisher : QEB Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1609927702
Total Pages : 82 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 50 Things You Should Know About the Second World War written by Simon Adams and published by QEB Publishing. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 50 Things You Should Know About the Second World War is the second instalment and follows the successful title on the First World War. Discover what caused the war and why it eventually affected every corner of the globe. The key battles, events and figures are all explored and recounted in succinct and easy-to understand text while illustrations and photographs bring the past vividly back to life.

Author : James Weber
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781532953576
Total Pages : 92 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book History written by James Weber and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-06-30 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you want to know how the United States became the world power it is today? Read about the 50 most important events in American history, from the first immigration to the only remaining world power after the cold war. This book will give you a comprehensive overview of the U.S. history. Author James Weber did the research and compiled this huge list of events that changed the course of this nation forever.Some of them include:- The First Indians on the American continent 14,500 B.C- Jamestown as the first permanent English settlement in the United States 1565- The Boston Tea Party 1773- The Declaration of Independence 1776- Lewis and Clark Expedition 1804- The California Gold Rush 1848- U.S. involvement in World War I & II- 9/11 Attacks on the World Trade Centerand many many moreAll the major wars and conflicts from the American Revolution until the Iraq WarThe book includes pictures and explanations to every event, making this the perfect resource for students and anyone wanting to broaden their knowledge in histoy. Download your copy now! Tags: history, world history, history books, history of the world, human history, world history textbook, history books for kids, earth history, geographic history, earth history kindle, human history, history books for kids age 9 12, history of the world part 1, a little history of the world, history books for kids age 7-9, history books for young readers, history books for children, modern history of europe, history books for kindle,

Author : Harold Holzer
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1101613114
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Civil War in 50 Objects written by Harold Holzer and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-05-02 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The American companion to A History of the World in 100 Objects, a fresh, visual perspective on the Civil War From a soldier’s diary with the pencil still attached to John Brown’s pike, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the leaves from Abraham Lincoln’s bier, here is a unique and surprisingly intimate look at the Civil War. Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer sheds new light on the war by examining fifty objects from the New-York Historical Society’s acclaimed collection. A daguerreotype of an elderly, dignified ex-slave; a soldier’s footlocker still packed with its contents; Grant’s handwritten terms of surrender at Appomattox—the stories these objects tell are rich, poignant, sometimes painful, and always fascinating. They illuminate the conflict from all perspectives—Union and Confederate, military and civilian, black and white, male and female—and give readers a deeply human sense of the war.