From the introduction of gunpowder to the era of nuclear weapons, military technological advances have been at the forefront of change. These changes in weaponry have led to the outcome of many historical events and the downfall or success of major civilizations. This book looks at the impact military weaponry has had on historical events.

A provocative new look at an important security topic examines terrorist threats and attacks on shipping and portsand provides strategies for safety.

Terror on the High Seas: From Piracy to Strategic Challenge is a provocative look at maritime security and the steps that must be taken if terrorist threats are to be nullified.

It includes informative updates on earlier terrorist events and an exhaustive bibliography of the literature on terrorism published over the past 50 years.

The most up-to-date, comprehensive, and authoritative reference source on global terrorism brings Mickolus's coverage of political violence around the world up to the end of 2004.

The recent rise in global demand for energy and the resulting spike in energy prices have illustrated just how important Middle Eastern energy exports are.