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This book examines the Soviet military statements since Gorbachev came to power, which indicate that the Soviet military, for the most part, does not oppose Gorbachev's retrenchment from the Third World.

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This book examines the Soviet military statements since Gorbachev came to power, which indicate that the Soviet military, for the most part, does not oppose Gorbachev's retrenchment from the Third World.

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The essays in this study provide an account not only of the major decision-making of warfare but also of the changes in organization and control of the Armed Forces during the years 1856 to 1990.

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This campaign marked the emergence of Spain as a major military power in Europe and was one of the first campaigns in which artillery played a significant part. By 1481 Granada was the last Islamic enclave in Spain, but it took the Spanish army 11 years of fighting to reach the city walls.

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Granicus River was Alexander's first great victory over the Persians, the hallmark of his career. Exploring the courageous leadership of one of the world's most inspirational yet ruthless leaders, this book provides a detailed analysis of this battle, the strategy and the tactics of the forces engaged.

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"Great Captains Unveiled incisively examines the brilliant military careers and intriguing personalities of six masters of the battlefield: Jenghiz Khan (1167-1227) and Sabutai (1172-1245), who led"

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This is the compelling story of the most exciting and decisive battles fought under harsh Arctic conditions during the Second World War.

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This book covers the Greek Hoplite in the 'Golden Age' of Ancient Greek civilisation, from the victory at Marathon over Oarius of Persia, through bitter inter-state warfare, to the rise of Philip of Macedonia and his son Alexander the Great.

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The 17th-century Ottoman-Habsburg frontier was the scene of chronic conflict. The defences of both empires were based on a line of fortresses, spanning the border. This book gives us an insight into everyday life on the frontier in this turbulent time in Ottoman history by investigating the various aspects of Ottoman forts and garrisons.

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This book examines (1) the neglected but decisive role played by guerrillas in the Carolinas in 1780 and 1781, which led to the disastrous retreat of Cornwallis into Yorktown; and (4) guerrilla campaigns in the American Civil War, explaining why Lee's surrender in 1865 failed to unleash the massive guerrilla outbreak feared by Lincoln and Grant.

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In this account, Walter W. Orebaugh, a former US diplomat, tells of his adventures behind the lines in Italy during World War II - a courageous odyssey which won him his country's acclaim as a hero and the medal of freedom.

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From the Carolina Sweep to the Afghan Mujahideen, this book analyzes 40 guerrilla struggles across five continents, profiles important figures and gives bibliographical information. Part I surveys all major guerrilla struggles while Part II profiles individuals who are important to the subject.

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As more countries develop nuclear weapons, the effectiveness of the bomb as a deterrent reduces. The author discusses this proliferation with regard to the options open to the USA naval forces. Using scenarios, the author discusses whether these countries are immune to superpower intervention.

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'A remarkable book - a worthy tribute both to the man John Wilsey calls "an unusual hero" and to the ethos of the British Army in which he lived and died.' John Keegan in his ForewordThis is the biography of the Falklands War hero whose death in the battle for Darwin and Goose Green was one of the turning points in the whole campaign.

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During 1861-62, Confederate engineers transformed a steam frigate into an ironclad warship. It was in Hampton Roads that the first clash between two ironclads took place. This text details why the battle was important in naval history, ushering in a new age of naval warfare and warship design.

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This text contains information from diverse sources to produce a ready reference with details on various chemicals, including identification tips, symptoms and treatment procedures, the protective gear necessary to counter each threat, and a step-by-step description of decontamination procedures.

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"In the year 216 B.C., Hannibal of Carthage, faced with an opposing Roman army twice the size of his own, outwitted the enemy at Cannae by means of a strategy which has become a classic of its kind. As"

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Considers how best to balance national security and fiscal responsibility during a period of prolonged economic stress and political acrimony - even as the world remains unsettled, from Afghanistan to Iran to Syria to the western Pacific region.

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"Full of fascinating characters, deeds of heroic daring...[a] powerful book."-New York Times

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First envisioned by Leonardo da Vinci and first deployed in World War II, the helicopter is now a universal icon of modern warfare, a key component of combat planning around the world, and one of the military's most versatile and effective tools.

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This book details the English Army that Henry V led back into France in 1417 to conquer Normandy and again take the war to the French.

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The reign of Henry VIII saw a renascent militarism encapture England. This book aims to develop and expand the argument that the English Army was up-to-date with its European contemporaries, and moves the English experience away from the periphery towards the centre of the debate on the European military revolution.

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The riveting true stories of the men of Britain's Special Forces revealing what it's really like being a member of one of the world's most elite military regiments.

The SAS has played a vital role in innumerable military operations since World War II.