The Roots and Consequences of Independence Wars: Conflicts That Changed World History

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This book covers 26 independence wars that have irrevocably changed the world, beginning with the Maccabean Revolt against Rome (167160 BCE) and ending with the Tamil War for Independence in Sri Lanka (19832009). Throughout history, people longing for independence have fought wars to win their freedom. Some of these wars, such as the American Revolution and the Israeli War of Independence, were great successes. Others, such as the Jewish Revolt against the Roman Empire, were devastating failures. In some cases, most notably the Arab Revolt, the outcome had immense repercussions that are still felt today all over the world. This book examines 26 of the most significant independence wars, from ancient times to the modern era and identifies the origins and consequences of these key conflicts. Comprehensive overview essays as well as explanations of the causes and consequences of each war give readers the background needed to understand the importance of these seminal events. Additional learning tools include detailed timelines that contextualize all of the key events in the conflict, maps of several of the key battles that help readers visualize the strategies of both sides, and a lengthy bibliography that offers a wealth of options for students looking to further investigate any of the conflicts.

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A methodical text applicable to advanced studies of comparative history, Tucker's reference work belongs in large public, high school, and college libraries that serves teachers, homeschoolers, historians, and researchers. * Booklist *
Each conflict is divided into: the causes, the course, and the consequences. Sections also include a timeline, further readings, occasional maps or illustrations, and tables denoting battles and various information. All of these parts, taken as a whole, provide both the novice and the expert a wonderful resource. * ARBA *
Conflicts such as these are far too often overlooked or lumped into specific wars, and rarely get attention in such stand-alone fashion. . . . Summing Up: Recommended. All levels/libraries. * Choice *
Recommended for Community College, 2018 * Choice *

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Spencer C. Tucker, PhD, has written or edited more than 60 books or encyclopedias treating military and naval history, a number of which have won important awards.