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Bombing of Tokyo, (March 9–10, 1945), firebombing raid (codenamed “Operation Meetinghouse”) by the United States on the capital of Japan during the final stages of World War II, often cited as one of the most destructive acts of war in history, more destructive than the bombing of Dresden,…
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Publications (6)
Weapon A Visual History of Arms and Armor (May 2016)
Discover the origin, design, range, and function of arms including stone axes, swords, machine-guns, and sniper rifles, and meet the warriors who wielded them.
An epic, 4,000-year illustrated volume, Weapon: A Visual History of Arms and Armor traces the evolution of the entire spectrum of weaponry through stunning photography and authoritative coverage. All the major arms through the ages including edged weapons, clubs, projectiles, and firearms can be found in the guide.
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World War I The Definitive Visual History : from Sarajevo to Versailles (2014)
By R. G. Grant
2014 marks the centennial of the start of World War I -- DK will mark the occasion with the publication of
World War I: The Definitive Visual Guide, a vividly illustrated, in-depth account of the Great War.
Written by historian R. G. Grant, and created by DK's award-winning editorial and design team, World War I charts the developments of the war from a global perspective. Using illustrated timelines, detailed maps, and personal accounts, readers will see the oft-studied war in a...
1001 Battles that Changed the Course of History (2011)
By R. G. Grant
1001 Battles That Changed the Course of History traces the history of warmongering, from the small-scale battles of the ancient world to the devastation of modern conflicts. It provides a comprehensive record of the armed combats that have shaped the political and cultural landscape of the world and is fully illustrated with images ranging from ancient triumphal stone carvings through to the very latest war photography. This is much more than a straightforward military history title; it reveals the...
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Battle at Sea: 3,000 Years of Naval Warfare (August 2008)
By R.G. Grant
A visual journey through 3,000 years of naval warfare — now in paperback! From the clash of galleys in Ancient Greece to deadly encounters between nuclear-powered submarines in the 20th century, explore every aspect of the story of naval warfare on, under, and above the sea.
Flight 100 Years of Aviation (2007)
By R. G. Grant
From the early pioneers to the latest spaceflight technology, this groundbreaking book charts the inspirational story behind humankind's conquest of the skies. In the 100 years since the Wright brothers' first powered flight, aviation has witnessed many memorable events. From record-breaking flights and aerial warfare, to advances in aircraft design and the race for space, Flight covers the most memorable moments in the history of aviation. Describing the feats of the brave men and women who piloted...
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Warrior A Visual History of the Fighting Man (2007)
By R. G. Grant
Warrioris the third in a series of illustrated military history books, following the highly successful Battleand Weapon. The focus of this book is the front-line soldiers from around the world who fought the great campaigns of history, from the hoplites of Ancient Greece to the US Marines in action in the Gulf War. For each of the warriors featured there is a vivid account of their daily life, training, and methods of fighting. There are also special features on the kit they...
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