With the possible exception of the Civil War, no other period in American history rivals the American Revolution in importance. Originating in 1775 as disorganized, local violence over rights and taxes, it quickly escalated into full-blown armed conflict. By the time the Treaty of Paris was signed in 1783, a new nation had emerged. Offering a day-by-day chronology of the people and events important to the American Revolution, Revolutionary War Almanac provides an up-close look at this historic time. The A-to-Z dictionary covers people, battles, and other exciting details. More than 130 maps,...
With the possible exception of the Civil War, no other period in American history rivals the American Revolution in importance. Originating in 1775 as...
The Korean War was the first "hot war" of the Cold War, the first "police action" undertaken by the United States under the aegis of the United Nations, and the first war to be over-shadowed by the menace of nuclear conflagration. It has been called America's "forgotten war," but it had a profound impact on East-West relations and America's foreign and military policies. Offering a wealth of information, Korean War Almanac contains a day-by-day chronology of the events and the people involved in this important war. Alphabetically arranged entries bring the period to life by vividly describing...
The Korean War was the first "hot war" of the Cold War, the first "police action" undertaken by the United States under the aegis of the United Nation...
The Civil War was a defining event in U.S. history - a time when Americans fought against one another to decide the fate of the nation. "The Civil War Almanac" contains a detailed, day-by-day chronology of the events and people of this monumental war, while the A-to-Z dictionary outlines biographical information on leading military and political figures involved in the conflict. Illustrations, maps, and an extensive bibliography are also included for further research.
The Civil War was a defining event in U.S. history - a time when Americans fought against one another to decide the fate of the nation. "The Civil War...
World War II was a major turning point in 20th-century history, as America became a superpower and the battle between the allies and the axis powers determined the fate of nations for many years to come. As part of Facts On File's "Almanacs of American Wars" series, the "World War II Almanac" contains a detailed, day-by-day chronology of the events and the people involved in this monumental war. An A-to-Z dictionary of the people and types of weaponry employed is included as well as appendix materials, which help bring this period to vivid life. Black-and-white photographs and illustrations...
World War II was a major turning point in 20th-century history, as America became a superpower and the battle between the allies and the axis powers d...
This book offers an up-close look at the Civil War. The Civil War was a defining event in U.S. history - a time when Americans fought against one another to decide the fate of the nation. The new "Civil War Almanac" contains a detailed, day-by-day chronology of the events and people of this monumental war, along with an A-to-Z dictionary offering biographical information on leading military and political figures involved in the conflict. A perfect reference for history buffs, this comprehensive book also contains numerous illustrations and maps, an appendix, and an extensive bibliography.The...
This book offers an up-close look at the Civil War. The Civil War was a defining event in U.S. history - a time when Americans fought against one anot...
The Vietnam War was one of the most controversial and divisive events in American history since the Civil War. Stretching from approximately 1957 to 1973, this watershed event cost billions of dollars and claimed the lives of thousands of Americans.
The Vietnam War was one of the most controversial and divisive events in American history since the Civil War. Stretching from approximately 1957 to 1...
Tracing American war history, this series provides a look at a particular period of American history and its role and influence on various acts of war. It includes an A-to-Z dictionary that covers people, battles, events, and other details such as military strategies from the opposing sides.
Tracing American war history, this series provides a look at a particular period of American history and its role and influence on various acts of war...
A detailed, day-by-day chronology of the events and people involved in the Vietnam War, featuring an A-to-Z biographical dictionary of the key figures involved in the conflict, along with a comprehensive listing of vital statistics in the appendix. Maps, illustrations, and an extensive bibliography are also included.
A detailed, day-by-day chronology of the events and people involved in the Vietnam War, featuring an A-to-Z biographical dictionary of the key figures...
The new Middle East Almanac contains a detailed, day-by-day chronology of events in the region as well as an A-to-Z biographical dictionary of the key figures involved in the conflicts. A comprehensive listing of vital statistics is included in the appendix along with maps, illustrations, and an extensive bibliography for further research.
The new Middle East Almanac contains a detailed, day-by-day chronology of events in the region as well as an A-to-Z biographical dictionary of the key...
