the Atlas of American Military History
Book Description
From the Indian Wars of the seventeenth century to the military operations in Afghanistan, the Atlas of American Military History covers the full span of America at war, exploring the personalities, methods, strategies, and historical contexts of each conflict. .
Following a loose chronological framework, the atlas examines every significant U.S. military campaign and war, both domestically and internationally, from the Colonial Wars to the present. Written by noted military historians, each section combines analysis with a strong narrative account and an assessment of major campaigns and battles--taking up the American viewpoint as well as that of its allies and opponents. Military method, weaponry, and communication technology receive detailed treatment, in the text and in the maps. ..
Featuring a stunning color map program, the atlas includes more than 140 specially commissioned maps and graphic reconstructions, as well as reproductions of historical, military cartography. The maps highlight troop, ship, and aircraft movements of major campaigns and battles, the theaters of fighting, the balance of forces, and the wider strategic picture. The book also features hundreds of illustrations and information on military commanders, events, treaties, and civilian personalities.
James C. Bradford, who edited the book and contributed a chapter, leads the distinguished team of military historians: Merrill Bartlett, Graham A. Cosmas, Joseph G. Dawson III, R. David Edmunds, Donald Hickey, Thomas Alexander Hughes, James Kirby Martin, Dennis Mills, Carol Reardon, Jack Shulimson, Christopher Smith, David Smurthwaite, Ian Steele, David Trask, Spencer Tucker, James Warren, Samuel Watson, Alan E. Wilt, and Robert Wooster. The Atlas of American Military History is a beautiful and informative resource, ideal for armchair enthusiasts, historians, battlefield visitors, and anyone fascinated by the history of America at war. ...