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Military History Book by DK (2025, Hardcover)

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Military History Book by DK (2025, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherDorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated

ISBN-100744048389

ISBN-139780744048384

eBay Product ID (ePID)12068543071

Product Key Features

Book TitleMilitary History Book

Number of Pages336 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicMilitary / Wars & Conflicts (Other)

Publication Year2025

GenreHistory

AuthorDk

Book SeriesDk Big Ideas Ser.

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1 in

Item Weight39.9 Oz

Item Length9.5 in

Item Width8 in

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SynopsisDiscover the key themes and big ideas behind the key events in the history of warfare--from the dawn of civilization to the 21st century. Tracing the epic 5,000-year story of warfare from the earliest battles to the War on Terror, The Military History Book explores and explains the causes and consequences of each, offering a new angle on military history. Entries analyze the key social and political driving forces, the arms and armaments, and the technologies and tactics of war from 5,000 years ago to the present day--from the tactics of early infantry and siegecraft to the rise of naval combat steel, steam, and shellfire to trench warfare and aerial dogfights to chemical weapons and cyber warfare. Making each episode accessible and easy to understand, and bringing military history to life like never before, with stunning visuals, authoritative text, and memorable quotes, The Military History Book is the perfect gift for military enthusiasts of all ages., How did Roman armies use infantry and cavalry? What links the rebellion against Spanish rate in Latin America with the French Revolution? Why was the Blitzkrieg so successful? How have drones revolutionized modern warfare? This book answers these questions and many more by explaining what happened and why, exploring the politics, tactics, and technologies behind each conflict. Written in plain English, The Military History Book Sew cuts through the military jargon and is packed with pithy-explanations and insightful illustrations of the key events in the history of warfare, with step-by-step diagrams that untangle knotty concepts. Whether you're new to the subject, a history student, or an armchair expert, you'll find plenty to intrigue and engage you in this book.