Battles that Changed History; The Battles that Decided the Fate of Nations
London, England: Amber Books, 2017. Later Edition, First Printing [stated]. Trade paperback. 448 pages. Oversized book, measuring 9 inches by 11-3/4 inches. Includes Introduction, Maps and Index. Throughout history, there have been numerous climactic battles that have reshaped history. This work examines a selection of these seminal encounters, bringing alive the reality of the participants' experiences while exploring the profound impact these battles exerted upon subsequent events. Profusely illustrated in color and black and white. This is a highly informative, richly illustrated guide to more than 45 of history's most significant battles, including Megiddo, Marathon, Alesia, Hastings, Nagashino, Yorktown, Waterloo, Gettysburg, Tsushima, Verdun, Stalingrad, the Tet Offensive, Iraqi Freedom, and many more. The book features clear, full-color tactical maps for each battle, showing at a glance the dispositions and movements of the opposing forces. For each entry, a quick reference panel provides essential details on the battle's date, location, key players, troops, and outcome. More