| British Military History for Dummies Contributor(s): Perrett, Bryan (Author) |
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ISBN: 0470032138 ISBN-13: 9780470032138 Publisher: For Dummies OUR PRICE: $22.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2007 Annotation: The birth of a kingdom and the blooming of empire, world-wide wars, and twenty-first century conflicts: British Military History For Dummies tells the complete story of a nation at battle. Introducing the key developments in weaponry and technology - from longbow to long-range missile - this guide also explains the evolution of battlefield strategy and looks at the army commanders who became the heroes and villains of Britain's history. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Europe - Great Britain - General |
| Dewey: 355.009 |
| Series: For Dummies |
| Physical Information: 1.15" H x 7.4" W x 9.24" (1.87 lbs) 464 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - British Isles |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A plain-English guide to Britons in battle, from the Roman invasion to the ongoing Iraqi war Charging through the Britain's military past, this accessible guide brings to life the battles and wars that shaped the history of Britain-and the world. The book profiles commanders, explains strategies and tactics, and covers key developments in weaponry and technology. |