Military history

It all started because of a rifle.

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The Problem with LincolnAbraham Lincoln was widely and deeply unpopular during his presidency.

A Nation is BornLexington, Bunker Hill, Saratoga, Washington, Hamilton, Benedict Arnold.

Winner of The 2020 Best Book Award for Military History -- American Bookfest An elite platoon of Marine Scout-Snipers, Lieutenant Frank Tachovsky's ';40 Thieves' were chosen for their willingness to defy rules and beat all-comers.

It was the endgame for Hitlers Reich.

General Keith Kellogg saw it all.

Late in 1944, thirteen U.

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A former soldier awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart tells the story of overcoming the mental and physical wounds of war on a fifteen year odyssey that led him back to the very place where his nightmares beganand the only place redemption was possible.

Schindlers List meets The Sound of Music as best-selling New York Post investigative journalist Isabel Vincent delves into pre-World-War-II history to recover the amazing story of two British spinsters who masterminded a plan to spirit dozens of Jewish stars and personnel of the German and Austrian opera to England and save them from a terrible fate under the Third Reich.

Cathedrals of War tells the story ofFlorida's coastal fortifications from Amelia Island on the Florida/Georgia border, to Key West, the Dry Tortugas, an atoll midway between Key West and Havana, Cuba and Pensacola on Florida's west coast.

Andre Norton is best known for her science fiction and fantasy novels.

An informative look at the military conflicts that most altered the course of history and civilization, from ancient times to the modern world.

This military biography recounts the incredible story of a Green Beret who survived capture and torture in Vietnam before escaping to freedom.

In the midst of World War II, a German-American family finds themselves stranded in Japan in this inspiring tale of an extraordinary family adapting to the hazards of fate, and finding salvation in each other.

A fascinating glimpse into the history of warfare.

Dieses eBook: "Historiografische Werke: Amerika" ist mit einem detaillierten und dynamischen Inhaltsverzeichnis versehen und wurde sorgfältig korrekturgelesen.

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A magickal guide to working with runes and plant allies for manifestation, healing, and spellwork*; 2025 Coalition of Visionary Resources Gold Award*; Examines the herb and plant connections of each of the 24 runes of the Elder Futhark as well as correspondences with deities, astrology, tarot, and crystals*; Provide examples and tips on how runes and plants may be combined within spells and ritual for manifesting, protecting, healing, banishing, and more*; Explains how runes and plants can be worked with for the soulful process of rewilding and connecting with Mother NatureIn this magickal grimoire, herbalist witch Nicolette Miele immerses readers in the wisdom and folklore of the 24 Elder Futhark runes as well as their correspondences with deities, astrology, tarot, crystals, and plants.

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You may never visit the Gettysburg battlefield, but understanding historic lessons from Battle Tested!

AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "e;An affecting, singular story.

Siegfried Sassoon is mostly remembered for the devastating poetry he wrote during World War One as a result of leading his troops "e;over the top"e; to certain death.

See the excitement and danger of life on an aircraft carrier like never before.

When the Continental Congress decided to declare independence from the British empire in 1776, ten percent of the population of their fledgling country were from Ireland.

Astonishing Events from the American Revolution That They Dont Teach in School!

World War II not only marked the end of a terrifying time in Europe, but also the dawning of many technological breakthroughs.

When Buffalo Ran tells the story of a young, mid nineteenth century Plains Indian, named Wikis.

It was the war that changed everything, and yet its been mostly forgotten: in 1935, Italy invaded Ethiopia.

In these days, when the experience of living right up against nature are fast becoming a thing of the past, the story is of special interest.

See the history of civilization through the worlds most deadly and fascinating firearms!

Americas first president has captivated our interest for more than two centuries, but no biographer of George Washington knew him with the authenticity, intimacy, and depth of understanding as John Marshall exhibited in his book The Life of George Washington.

Lessons from Veterans provides an array of personal storiesfrom nightmarish fights on the islands of Iwo Jima to the shores of Normandy on D-Day.

In 1914, journalist and mystery writer Mary Roberts Rinehart traveled to Europe alone to cover World War I for the Saturday EveningPost.

This book details Lee's life from Gettysburg to his death just five years after the South's surrender at Appomattox.

Veterans of the United States armed forces may be eligible for a broad range of benefits and services provided by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

A journalists eyewitness account of the explosive 1849 California gold rush and his travels through Mexico.

On the hot Sunday afternoon of June 25, 1876, Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer decided to go for broke.

The classic Old West narrative of the chase, trial, capture, and execution of outlaw Henry Plummer and his road agent band.

Local resistance to German-led Axis occupation occurred throughout the European continent during World War II, taking a wide range of formsnoncooperation and disinformation, sabotage and espionage, and armed opposition and full-scale partisan warfare.

Ralph Waldo Emerson was one of the great minds of the mid-nineteenth century.

Confidence is not something that most people are born with.

A fascinating look at the history and development of the revolver.

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