Author: Thomas E. Griess Publisher: West Point Military History Se ISBN: 9780757001550 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 148
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This fascinating study takes the reader from the early years of Napoleon's career to his defeat at Waterloo. It is a penetrating look at the technology, tactics, logistics, strategy, and outstanding generalship that created an empire.
Author: Simon Forty Publisher: ISBN: Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 152
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A collection of over 100 maps that provide a fascinating insight into the organization of some of the greatest military campaigns in history, including the battles of Trafalgar and Waterloo. The accompanying narrative charts the history, and detailed captions explain the significance of each map.
Author: Thomas E. Griess Publisher: West Point Military History ISBN: 9780757001673 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 200
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Based upon the popular teaching atlases of the West Point Military History Series, the newest atlas in this series provides an insightful look at the military stategies, troop movements, physical terrain, and key engagements that shaped the course of modern warfare. This atlas covers over one hundred years of military history, including World War One; World War Two, both the European and Pacific theaters of action; the Korean Conflict; the Vietnam War; and more recent conflicts in Iraq, Bosnia, Serbia, and Afghanistan. Here is a unique overview of the key battles that helped develop the way present-day battles are fought. West Point Atlas for Modern Warefare was created by the scholar/soldiers of the United States Military Academy at West Point, the West Point Atlas for Modern Warfare is a vital reference work for any study of military history.
Author: Thomas E. Griess Publisher: Square One Pub ISBN: 9780757001574 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 124
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This campaign-by-campaign account of the Civil War examines the economic, social, political, and military aspects of this turbulent period.
Author: James M. McPherson Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1510756701 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 559
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From the first shots fired at Fort Sumter in 1861 to the final clashes on the Road to Appomattox in 1864, The Atlas of the Civil War reconstructs the battles of America's bloodiest war with unparalleled clarity and precision. Edited by Pulitzer Prize recipient James M. McPherson and written by America's leading military historians, this peerless reference charts the major campaigns and skirmishes of the Civil War. Each battle is meticulously plotted on one of 200 specially commissioned full-color maps. Timelines provide detailed, play-by-play maneuvers, and the accompanying text highlights the strategic aims and tactical considerations of the men in charge. Each of the battle, communications, and locator maps are cross-referenced to provide a comprehensive overview of the fighting as it swept across the country. With more than two hundred photographs and countless personal accounts that vividly describe the experiences of soldiers in the fields, The Atlas of the Civil War brings to life the human drama that pitted state against state and brother against brother.
Author: Stephen R. Taaffe Publisher: University Press of Kansas ISBN: 0700619429 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 440
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General George C. Marshall, chief of staff of the U.S. Army during World War II, faced the daunting task not only of overseeing two theaters of a global conflict but also of selecting the best generals to carry out American grand strategy. Marshall and His Generals is the first and only book to focus entirely on that selection process and the performances, both stellar and disappointing, that followed from it. Stephen Taaffe chronicles and critiques the background, character, achievements, and failures of the more than three dozen general officers chosen for top combat group commands—from commanders like Dwight Eisenhower and Douglas MacArthur to some nearly forgotten. Taaffe explores how and why Marshall selected the Army’s commanders. Among his chief criteria were character (including “unselfish and devoted purpose”), education, (whether at West Point, Fort Leavenworth, or the Army War College), and striking a balance between experience and relative youth in a war that required both wisdom and great physical stamina. As the war unfolded, Marshall also factored into his calculations the combat leadership his generals demonstrated and the opinions of his theater commanders. Taaffe brings into sharp focus the likes of Eisenhower, MacArthur, George Patton, Omar Bradley, Walter Krueger, Robert Eichelberger, Courtney Hodges, Lucian Truscott, J. Lawton Collins, Alexander “Sandy” Patch, Troy Middleton, Matthew Ridgeway, Mark Clark, and twenty-five other generals who served in the conflict. He describes their leadership and decision-making processes and provides miniature biographies and personality sketches of these men drawn from their personal papers, official records, and reflections of fellow officers. Delving deeper than other studies, this path-breaking work produces a seamless analysis of Marshall’s selection process of operational-level commanders. Taaffe also critiques the performance of these generals during the war and reveals the extent to which their actions served as stepping stones to advancement. Ambitious in scope and filled with sharp insights, Marshall and His Generals is essential reading for anyone interested in World War II and military leadership more generally.
Author: Don Nardo Publisher: Capstone ISBN: 0756538343 Category : Generals Languages : en Pages : 58
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Loved by the common people and his fellow soldiers, Caesar came to control the Roman Republic. But his opponents were steadfast in their struggle against him. The tale of Julius Caesar is filled with ambition, glory, and ultimately, tragedy.
Author: Angus Konstam Publisher: Mercury Books ISBN: 9781904668046 Category : Atlases, British Languages : en Pages : 0
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The French Revolution sent shockwaves through Europe, as the continent's monarchs tried to stamp out the tide of republicanism. France was surrounded by enemies but fought them off, largely through the achievements of Napoleon Bonaparte, the Republic's youngest general. Within a decade he had become Consul, First Consul, and finally Emperor, creating a new dynasty and a new order in Europe. From 1803 until 1809 he seemed unbeatable, vanquishing his foes one after another, but his invasion of Russia in 1812 proved disastrous and he faced a growing coalition of enemy powers. His defeat at the Battle of Waterloo marked the close of the Napoleonic era, but not the end of the Napoleonic legend. This book charts Napoleon's rise and fall and analyses the weaponry and rival armies that were to transform 19th Century Europe.
Author: Ian Wood Publisher: Chartwell Books ISBN: 9780785827818 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 0
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With over 400 high quality maps, plans, and photographs this book brings the subject to life, revealing all aspects of rail transportation and technology. It maps the spread of the networks across the country, showing the stations and important intersections, the layout and location of major bridges and tunnels, and much more. It examines railroad technology, from the early steam engines, through diesel and electric locomotives. It also details the building of stations, railroad constructions and factories that grew up around the railroad network. Social history is explored, covering the movement of people, farm produce and manufactured goods, giving a real insight into the role that rail transportation played.
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