America's Wars

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Wiley, 15 באפר׳ 2002 - 550 עמודים
In America’s Wars, one of the nation’s leading authors of popular history provides a unique one-stop resource for essential information on every military action involving the United States and its precursor colonies. Comprehensive coverage includes:
  • Capsule histories of every recorded conflict that occurred in North America or involved the United States through the present day
  • Engagingly written accounts of more than 100 wars, skirmishes, and military expeditions
  • More than 100 illustrations, including period photos and depictions
  • Compelling firsthand accounts of major engagements
  • Timelines and primary-source documents
  • Fresh insights into the underlying causes and consequences of each conflict

Wiley Desk References are comprehensive, generously illustrated reference works on major historical, cultural, and scientific topics. Their easy-to-use format helps you quickly find just the information you need, while first-person accounts and excerpts from official documents, letters, and other primary sources bring the subject to life. Wiley Desk References give you all the information you need on the subjects that matter most.

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Alan Axelrod was born on August 25, 1952, in New York. He was educated at Northeastern Illinois University and University of Iowa. He is a leading writer about American history, and is the author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to American History. In his books, Axelrod presents the facts, details, and faces that have helped shape the history of the United States. Axelrod has served as a consultant to several museums and institutions. He has received numerous honors, including a National Cowboy Hall of Fame Award in 1991.

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