Military history

Passerelles est un billet pour un voyage poétique.

By providing detailed analyses of Civil War primary sources, this book will help readers to understand the history of the bloodiest of all American conflicts.

Plutôt que d'envoyer les évadés en Espagne à travers les Pyrénées comme la plupart des autres réseaux, François-Shelburn amenait ses « colis » au nord de la côte bretonne pour les faire embarquer de nuit directement pour l'Angleterre dans des MGB, des canonnières anglaises.

This work covers major weapons throughout human history, beginning with clubs and maces; through crossbows, swords, and gunpowder; up to the hypersonic railgun, lasers, and robotic weapons under development today.

This vivid military history explores two pivotal battles in the 19th century war between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom.

Avec l'occupation allemande et l'instauration du régime du maréchal Pétain, le sort des Juifs de France est scellé.

The war at sea was a key aspect of World War II, one that is too-often under-studied.

Gazes into the crystal ball to forecast what the future of war looks like in a world dominated by private armies.

Nazi Germany provides a comprehensive survey of the National Socialist dictatorship, artfully balancing social and cultural history with a political and military history of the regime.

A history and military analysis of the world-changing events following the fall of the Western Roman Empire.

From British soldier Flora Sandes to the famed World War II Night Witches of the Soviet Air Force, women across the globe have stepped up to defend their countries during every major and minor conflict of the twentieth century, and filmmakers have long attempted to capture their stories.

'Ian Knight combines meticulous research with a depth of knowledge of his subject, and a knack for ferreting out unusual and illuminating details, with, crucially, a true flair for storytelling .

À l'heure où plusieurs dictateurs se réfèrent à la religion pour justifier leurs exactions, il est intéressant d'analyser cet usage chez Adolf Hitler.

The study of genocide has been appropriate in emphasizing the centrality of the Holocaust; yet, other preceding episodes of mass violence are of great significance.

The study of genocide has been appropriate in emphasizing the centrality of the Holocaust; yet, other preceding episodes of mass violence are of great significance.

This illustrated history presents a detailed overview of the British infantry's organization, uniforms, and equipment during the Napoleonic Period.

An acclaimed historian of twentieth century Germany provides a vivid account of Hitler's rise to power and its intimate connection to the Bavarian capital.

With over 60 photos, this look at the role of Red Army tanks in Hitler's defeat "e;will be of interest to modelers and military historians alike"e; (AMPS Indianapolis).

This pictorial history examines the key role played by US Navy destroyers from the turn of the twentieth century through the Cold War and beyond.

Danielle Amon est née en 1937 de parents juifs de Constantinople, francophones et laïques, installés à Paris depuis dix ans.

'Unflinchingly honest.

This detailed study of Japan's fearsome WWII fighter covers its legendary combat career along with color images and technical information.

"e;A treasure of a book.

A new analysis of the strengths, organization, weapons, and tactics of the Roman army Constantine inherited and his military reforms.

A comprehensive account of the origins, design, and history of the A-10A Warthog: "e;Highly recommended.

This deep dive into the mind of the complex, controversial political and military leader is "e;a great addition to the field of Napoleonics"e; (Journal of Military History).

A tour of the historic French battlefield that goes beyond the usual dates and places, and reveals the full story of the fighting after the fighting.

How the German Army combined opposing characteristics, such as drill and creativity, authority and independent thinking, into a potent mix of fighting power.

An illustrated history and guide to the Battle of Hastings by two leading medieval military historians.

A long-overdue biography of the dedicated commander from New Zealand who helped ward off the Luftwaffe and save Britain from a Nazi invasion.

Newly updated fifth edition: The remarkable reference that is "e;absolutely essential in every naval historian's library"e; (Warship World).

Adolf Hitler was one of six children born to his mother, and one of eight born to his father from two of his three marriages.

A first-hand account of the underground work of the First World War-from the firing of mines to constructing subways to bureaucratic mishaps.

This epic naval history examines seven pivotal Mediterranean conflicts, from the Battle of Salamis in the fifth century BC to the Siege of Malta during WWII.

This pictorial history presents a vivid and harrowing exploration of Jewish ghettos during the Nazi occupation of Poland during WWII.

This harrowing WWII memoir recounts the tragic ordeal of a British couple separated by war and taken prisoner by Japanese forces in Sumatra.

The notorious Nazi leader's attempt to take war prisoners hostage at the end of WWII is revealed in this lively and expertly researched history.

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The High Middle Ages have been seen as an important point within the development of governmental and administrative bureaucracy, as well as a time in which there was frequent conflict.

The High Middle Ages have been seen as an important point within the development of governmental and administrative bureaucracy, as well as a time in which there was frequent conflict.

Professional historians, schools, colleges and universities are not alone in shaping higher-order understanding of history.

In Revolution and Constitutionalism in Britain and the U.

This book re-thinks the relationship between the world of the traditional Jewish study hall (the Beit Midrash) and the academy: Can these two institutions overcome their vast differences?

This book re-thinks the relationship between the world of the traditional Jewish study hall (the Beit Midrash) and the academy: Can these two institutions overcome their vast differences?

Professional historians, schools, colleges and universities are not alone in shaping higher-order understanding of history.

A fascinating account of the last major Allied operation in the South-West Pacific, and the largest Australian military operation of World War II.