Ian Westwell - Böcker

Beginning with the state of Europe before the war, this book then embarks on four chapters that chronicle the war a year at a time. Major battles are interspersed with spreads detailing the weapons and tactics used. A final chapter looks at the af...

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This is a concise and authoritative account of the course of the First World War, with analysis of decisive encounters and landmark engagements. It offers a full description of every major battle on land and at sea, detailing military strategy, su...

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This comprehensive history begins by looking at the origins of WWI and then chronicles the war a year at a time. The second half of the book details the history of WWII, from the rise of Hitler and the persecution of the Jewish race to the attacks...

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A highly readable history of the military and political events of World War One, this wide-ranging book begins with the state of Europe before the war then embarks on major chapters chronicling the war a year at a time. Major battles are intersper...

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There have been many narratives of World War I and World War II; World in Conflict , however, is a chronology spanning the entire period of 41 years, complemented by more than 900 photographs and maps. It presents not only the events of the two wo...

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There have been many narratives of World War I and World War II; World in Conflict , however, is a chronology spanning the entire period of 41 years, complemented by more than 900 photographs and maps. It presents not only the events of the two wo...

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It's true that some things never change. In some ways, a look at warfare in the ancient illustrates that perfectly. In this book, readers explore the people, countries, battles, and weaponry of ancient armies. The text shows the development of bat...

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It's true that some things never change. In some ways, a look at warfare in the ancient illustrates that perfectly. In this book, readers explore the people, countries, battles, and weaponry of ancient armies. The text shows the development of bat...

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During the Middle Ages, Europe and Asia were comprised of many different political divisions with different capabilities and customs. Armies differed in the tactics they used and the weapons they wielded. Some relied on calvary; others relied on i...

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During the Middle Ages, Europe and Asia were comprised of many different political divisions with different capabilities and customs. Armies differed in the tactics they used and the weapons they wielded. Some relied on calvary; others relied on i...

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The Renaissance marked a transformation in the arts, sciences, and cultures across Europe. Governments became more centralized and stable. However, this doesn't mean warfare waned. Fortifications grew larger and stronger to withstand the barrage f...

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The Renaissance marked a transformation in the arts, sciences, and cultures across Europe. Governments became more centralized and stable. However, this doesn't mean warfare waned. Fortifications grew larger and stronger to withstand the barrage f...

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The 18th century was a time of colonialization and bloodshed. Explorers from European countries, including Spain, England, and Portugal, had claimed land in the so-called New World for those countries, leading to conflict with the many Native peop...

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The 18th century was a time of colonialization and bloodshed. Explorers from European countries, including Spain, England, and Portugal, had claimed land in the so-called New World for those countries, leading to conflict with the many Native peop...

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The Revolutionary War was fought between Britain and the British colonies in North America. This conflict resulted in the formation of the United States. It also inspired others to fight for their independence, particularly in France. The French R...

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The Revolutionary War was fought between Britain and the British colonies in North America. This conflict resulted in the formation of the United States. It also inspired others to fight for their independence, particularly in France. The French R...

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The American Civil War was a time of great strife and great change in the United States. It's often said that "brother fought against brother" in the war to emphasize the division that the events wrought upon the young country. This volu...

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The American Civil War was a time of great strife and great change in the United States. It's often said that "brother fought against brother" in the war to emphasize the division that the events wrought upon the young country. This volu...

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The Industrial Revolution, which took hold in Europe in the late 18th century, changed the lives of people in many ways. The technology of warfare also changed quickly and dramatically. New firepower included powerful artillery, repeating rifles, ...

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The Industrial Revolution, which took hold in Europe in the late 18th century, changed the lives of people in many ways. The technology of warfare also changed quickly and dramatically. New firepower included powerful artillery, repeating rifles, ...

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World War I was once called "the war to end all wars." It involved many countries around the world and marked the beginning of an increased American presence globally. World War I marked the start of trench warfare as countries carved up...

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World War I was once called "the war to end all wars." It involved many countries around the world and marked the beginning of an increased American presence globally. World War I marked the start of trench warfare as countries carved up...

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Barely 20 years after World War I, the so-called the war to end all wars, World War II shattered the tentative peace between nations. The rise of Adolf Hitler and the Third Reich threatened countries across Europe. German forces invaded Poland on ...

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Barely 20 years after World War I, the so-called the war to end all wars, World War II shattered the tentative peace between nations. The rise of Adolf Hitler and the Third Reich threatened countries across Europe. German forces invaded Poland on ...

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Armies of the late 20th century made liberal use of new technologies, effectively changing the way war has been waged for 100 years. Stealth planes and drones allow armies to spy on and attack their enemies in new ways. GPS technology allows milit...

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Armies of the late 20th century made liberal use of new technologies, effectively changing the way war has been waged for 100 years. Stealth planes and drones allow armies to spy on and attack their enemies in new ways. GPS technology allows milit...

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There have been many narratives of World War I and World War II; World in Conflict , however, is a chronology spanning the entire period of 41 years, complemented by more than 900 photographs and maps. It presents not only the events of the two wo...

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This title offers an authoritative chronological account of the military and political events of The Great War, with more than 350 photographs and maps. It provides a highly readable history of the military and political events of World War I, des...

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History of the conflict from the opening shots at Sarajevo 1914 to the armistice in November 1918.

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Die militärischen und politischen Geschehnisse des 1. Weltkriegs werden in diesem Buch ausführlich dargestellt:- Die wichtigsten Fakten zu den politischen Voraussetzungen, Kriegsausbruch und Kriegsverlauf.- Feld- und Seeschlachten, militärische St...

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