Warfare and defence Books

This book offers a fascinating look at the military strategies and tactics of famous generals, including Hannibal, Alexander the Great, and Julius Caesar. Drawing on both classical texts and more recent scholarship, this volume provides insights into the...

In 'A Short History of the Royal Navy 1217-1815', David Hannay provides readers with a concise yet comprehensive overview of the Royal Navy's evolution over the centuries. From its humble beginnings to its rise as a global naval power, Hannay explores...

This book presents the proceedings of the naval court martial in the case of Alexander Slidell Mackenzie, a commander in the Navy of the United States, including the charges and specifications of charges preferred against him by the Secretary of the Navy...

First published in the 1930s, Tanks in the Next War is a fascinating historical document that offers a glimpse into the military strategies and technologies of the early 20th century. Written by Major E.W. Sheppard, a veteran of World War I, this book...

In this timely and important work, Arthur T. Hadley offers a sober and thoughtful analysis of the challenges and opportunities facing policymakers and citizens in the realm of security and arms control. Covering everything from nuclear weapons to...

This fascinating biography tells the story of Robert Evans, a U.S. Navy admiral who played a key role in the development of American naval power in the early 20th century. From his heroic actions in the Spanish-American War to his leadership of the Great...

This book is the definitive account of the Panama Canal's construction. Hind gives readers a fascinating insight into the challenges faced by the workers who built it, as well as the political and social upheavals of the time. This is a must-read for...

Explore the legacy of Agent Orange with this important report from the United States Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Offering vital insights into the lasting impact of this toxic chemical on American soldiers and their families, this report is a...

Dieses Buch ist eine detaillierte Darstellung der verschiedenen Arten von Geschützprotzen und -wagen, die in der Feld-Artillerie eingesetzt werden. Von den frühen Kanonen bis zu den modernen Artilleriegeschützen bietet es einen faszinierenden Einblick in...

This first-hand account of life aboard the U.S.S. St. Louis provides a unique perspective on America's participation in World War I. Filled with personal anecdotes and historical context, it's a must-read for anyone interested in naval history or...

A valuable historical document of the American Navy during the War of 1812, this comprehensive list of officers, vessels, and stations provides a detailed account of the Navy's operations during this critical period in American history. With information...

Un'opera di grande importanza storica sull'evoluzione della marina militare italiana. Il volume offre una panoramica sui progressi tecnologici e sulle sfide affrontate dalla flotta nei secoli passati.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

The life and legacy of Commodore Jacob Jones is brought to vivid life in this masterful biography by Reverend Ronald Ringwalt. From his valiant service in the American Revolution to his daring exploits on the high seas, Jones was a man of unparalleled...

Explore the history and technology of Danish naval ships from the past century through this detailed and engaging guide. From the earliest wooden vessels to the modern high-tech fleet, readers will be fascinated by the evolving role of the Danish Navy in...

Published during World War I, this handbook by the US Army Ordnance Department provides a detailed technical manual for the Colt Automatic Machine Gun Caliber 30, a revolutionary new weapon that helped to change the course of modern warfare. Filled with...

A History of the United States Navy is an epic tale of seafaring adventure. From the American Revolution to the Spanish-American War, this book covers the triumphs and tragedies of the US Navy in fascinating detail. With vivid descriptions and engaging...

Dans ce livre, l'auteur étudie les tactiques de combat utilisées dans les guerres navales et côtières au XIXe siècle. En se concentrant sur les batailles les plus importantes de cette période, La Guerre d'escadre et la guerre de côtes offre une...

A detailed account of Britain's naval and military history in the 18th century, including major conflicts such as the Seven Years' War and the American Revolution. Draws on a wealth of primary source material to provide a nuanced perspective on the era...

How can a nation best defend itself against naval threats? P.H. Colomb explores this question in a series of thought-provoking essays that examine different strategies and technologies for maritime defense. From torpedo boats to battleships, this book...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

While numerous studies have examined Woodrow Wilson's policy of neutrality prior to U.S. entry into World War I, none has focused on the actual merchant ship losses that created the final casus belli. This work focuses on what the president knew and when...

There is no such thunder in history -- nor ever will be again -- as the deep-throated roar of the mighty, four-engined B-17s that streamed across the skies in World War II. The long runways are silent now, the men and planes are gone.But out of the...

Military Industry and Regional Defense Policy re-examines military industrialization in the developing world, focusing on policy-making in producer states and the impact of security perceptions on such policy-making. Timothy D. Hoyt reassesses the...

First published in 2006. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Five major groups fought one another in Bosnia and Herzegovina during the Second World War: The German and Italian occupiers, the Serbian Chetniks, the Ustasha of the Independent State of Croatia, the Bosnian Muslims, and the Tito-led Partisans. The...

According to the author all aircrews, tacticians and those who direct them have to realise the limitations of air power during conflicts. For years opinion has differed as to whether the aircraft has altered war strategies or merely the tactics of war...

This study of the future of human resource management in the British armed forces considers the impace of the Human Rights Act 1998 and the Macpherson report. It covers ethnic minorities and gay rights as well as other challenging human resource issues.

An illuminating insight into the work of Thomas Schelling, one of the most influential strategic thinkers of the nuclear age. By the time of the Cuban Missile Crisis and the United States' early forays into Vietnam, he had become one of the most...

These papers are an edited selection from the BESA conference of 1998. They present an overview of transformations in societal-military relations in the western world, and the specific manifestations in Israel.

This publication considers the lessons to be gained for Britain, the British armed forces, and for NATO as a whole, from the Yugoslav wars of dissolution (1991-1999), with particular emphasis on the Kosovo crisis. The papers come from a diverse and high...

This is the true story of the kidnapping of Adolf Eichmann in Argentina by the Mossad, Israel's secret intelligence serviceunder the leadership of Isser Harel. This is his account, revised and updated, with the real names and details of all Mossad...

The first part of this book is primarily devoted to analysing the impact of the system of international relations on the fortunes of small states. The second part discusses the question 'what changes in the national strategy of small states are necessary...

Contributions to this book question the concept of the clash of cultures. The challenge to the West does not lie in the monolith of Islam turning aggressively outward to Europe and the US, but in the rivalries between regimes ruling over societies...

The end of the Cold War has raised questions about the future of NATO. Now that the threat from the Warsaw Pact has disappeared, there seems little need for a Western military alliance of such magnitude. The contributions here offer various views on...

The Washington Conference regulated the inter-war naval race between the world powers. In the era when it was still believed that battleships were the epitome of naval power and a sign of a country's strength, this conference led to limitations on the...

Eternal Vigilance? seeks to offer reinterpretations of some of the major established themes in CIA history such as its origins, foundations, its treatment of the Soviet threat, the Iranian revolution and the accountability of the agency. The book also...

Political realism sees politics as a permanent struggle for power and security. The essays in this volume examine the tradition of realist political analysis of international relations from the Sophists and Thucydides to the modern era.

Ian Gooderson presents a study of close air support in World War II, with the analysis focusing on the use of tactical air power by British and American forces during the campaigns in Italy and northwestern Europe between 1943 and 1945.

This unique and comprehensive account describes the interplay of internal and external factors in the emergence of the Austro-Hungarian Navy from a coastal defence force in 1904 to a respectable battle force capable of the joint operations with other...

This study surveys the many revolutionary attempts carried out against the Ottoman Empire in the Fertile Cresecnt and the Arabian Peninsula during World War I. Special emphasis is laid upon the subversive activities of the Arab secret societies which...

Traditionally the military community held the intelligence profession in low esteem, spying was seen as dirty work and information was all to often ignored if it conflicted with a commander's own view. Handel examines the ways in which this situation has...

From a systematic point of view, all intelligence work can be studied on three levels: Acquisition, analysis, and acceptance. The author focuses on the third of these levels, studying the attitudes and behavioural patterns developed by leaders during...