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Book SynopsisBrutality and fear. Heroism and sacrifice. Military history is a fascinating, complex and often contradictory subject. War and fighting between tribes, clans, groups and countries has been with us forever. Great leaders, great villains, pivotal moments and events become transformative, causing political, social and technological upheavals, which were often built on the foundation of war. The Handy Military History Answer Book is a captivating, concise and convenient look at how the world, the United States and modern society think about conflict.
Trade Review"... an excellent reference with short, digestible answers and surprising trivia for military historians of any level."
Military History magazine
"... There is a great deal of information here
a military buff will most likely find this a captivating read ..."
Library Journal"Although the work is not specifically marketed to teens, the content is quite suitable for ... the 'sound bite generation.'"
VOYA magazine
"...will fill in the blanks for anything you don’t already know about our armed forces and that of other countries."
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