Written by experts for use by nonexperts, this monumental work
probes Germany's "Genius for War" and the unmistakable pattern of
tactical and operational innovation and excellence evident
throughout the nation's military history. Despite having the best
military forces in the world, some of the most advanced weapons
available, and unparalleled tactical proficiency, Germany still
lost both World Wars. This landmark, four-volume encyclopedia
explores how and why that happened, at the same time examining
Germany as a military power from the start of the Thirty Years' War
in 1618 to the present day. Coverage includes the Federal Republic
of Germany, its predecessor states, and the kingdoms and
principalities that combined to form Imperial Germany in 1871. The
Seven Years' War is discussed, as are the Napoleonic Wars, the Wars
of German Unification (including the Franco-Prussian War), World
War I, World War II, and the Cold War. In all, more than 1,000
entries illuminate battles, organizations, leaders, armies,
weapons, and other aspects of war and military life. The most
comprehensive overview of German military history ever to appear in
English, this work will enable students and others interested in
military history to better understand the sociopolitical history of
Germany, the complex role conflict has played in the nation
throughout its history, and why Germany continues to be an
important player on the European continent.
General
Imprint: |
ABC-CLIO Ltd
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
October 2014 |
First published: |
October 2014 |
Editors: |
David T. Zabecki
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Foreword by: |
Professor Dennis Showalter
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Dimensions: |
297 x 234 x 155mm (L x W x H) |
Format: |
Hardcover
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Volumes: |
4 |
Pages: |
1797 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-59884-980-6 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-59884-980-8 |
Barcode: |
9781598849806 |
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