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1001 Battles That Changed the Course of History
R. G. Grant
出版
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, 2017-10-24
主題
History / Military / General
History / Wars & Conflicts / General
History / World
ISBN
0785835539
9780785835530
URL
http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=2ZNADwAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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A must-have for history lovers and armchair tacticians everywhere,
1001 Battles That Changed the Course of History
looks at mankind's last 5000 years of combat, and how they shaped the world today.
From small-scale battles of the ancient world to devastating modern conflicts,
1001 Battles That Changed the Course of History
provides a definitive record of the c
ombats of the last 5000 years
which shaped the
political and cultural landscape
of the world.
From the battles of the ancient world involving only a
few thousand infantry
, to the devastation of the
World Wars
, and to the efficient, tactical,
military actions of today
, this book includes the seminal details about key battles, how the battle fit in a war campaign, and the wider political and social impact it had on the region as a whole.
1001 Battles That Changed the Course of History
is illustrated throughout with
ancient carvings
,
detail-filled tapestries
,
dramatic paintings
, and
evocative photography
. Award-winning historian R. G. Grant has assembled an expert team of contributors to provide incisive and insightful descriptions of every battle featured.
From the
Battle of Troy and the Siege of Antioch
, to the
Battle of Gettysburg and Iwo Jima
, this book traces the changing face of warfare around the globe and throughout history. This arresting volume is
a worthy addition to any history buff’s shelf
.