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Airforce Blunders

Airforce Blunders

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Geoffrey Regan's Book of Military Blunders

Geoffrey Regan's Book of Military Blunders

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The First Casualty: From the Crimea to Vietnam

The First Casualty: From the Crimea to Vietnam

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Sailing the Graveyard Sea: The Deathly Voyage of the Somers, the U.S. Navy's Only Mutiny, and the Trial That Gripped the Nation

Sailing the Graveyard Sea: The Deathly Voyage of the Somers, the U.S. Navy's Only Mutiny, and the Trial That Gripped the Nation

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A "compelling" ( The Wall Street Journal ) account of the only mutiny in the history of the United States Navy-a little-known but once notorious event that cost three young...
Real Jim Hawkins: Ship's Boys in the Georgian Navy

Real Jim Hawkins: Ship's Boys in the Georgian Navy

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Generations of readers have enjoyed the adventures of Jim Hawkins, the young protagonist and narrator in Robert Louis Stevenson s Treasure Island, but little is known of the real Jim...
The Elite: The Story of Special Forces - From Ancient Sparta to the War on Terror

The Elite: The Story of Special Forces - From Ancient Sparta to the War on Terror

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"Riveting stuff. Through the prism of his experience of the military elite, Fiennes presents a dazzling history of the world's best fighting units to amaze and enthral the reader." Damien...
Genghis Khan: The Man Who Conquered the World

Genghis Khan: The Man Who Conquered the World

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The greatest story of military conquest in history from a 'master storyteller' (Guardian) Genghis Khan was by far the greatest conqueror the world has ever known, whose empire stretched from...
Courage in the Skies: The untold story of Qantas, its brave men and women and their extraordinary role in World War II

Courage in the Skies: The untold story of Qantas, its brave men and women and their extraordinary role in World War II

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Between 1942 and 1943, Qantas lost eight aircraft during its involvement in Australia's war against the Japanese. Over sixty passengers and crew died as a result. Yet Qantas' exemplary contribution...
Nineteen Weeks

Nineteen Weeks

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Guide to British Military History: The Subject and the Sources

Guide to British Military History: The Subject and the Sources

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What exactly is military history? Forty years ago it meant battles, campaigns, great commanders, drums and trumpets. It was largely the preserve of military professionals and was used to support...
Another Man's War: The Story of a Burma Boy in Britain's Forgotten African Army

Another Man's War: The Story of a Burma Boy in Britain's Forgotten African Army

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The Cree Journals: The Voyages of Edward H. Cree, Surgeon R.N., As Related in His Private Journals, 1837-1856

The Cree Journals: The Voyages of Edward H. Cree, Surgeon R.N., As Related in His Private Journals, 1837-1856

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Author: Edward H. Cree; Michael Levien (Editor)Binding: HardbackPublished: Webb & Bower, 1981Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book provides a detailed account of the voyages and experiences...
The History of War in the Middle East

The History of War in the Middle East

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Author: John WestwoodBinding: HardbackPublished: World Publications, 2003Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book provides a comprehensive overview of the conflicts that have shaped the Middle East throughout...
A Game of Birds and Wolves: The Ingenious Young Women Whose Secret Board Game Helped Win World War II

A Game of Birds and Wolves: The Ingenious Young Women Whose Secret

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As heard on the New Yorker Radio Hour: The triumphant and "engaging history" (The New Yorker) of the young women who devised a winning strategy that defeated Nazi U-boats and...
The First Clash: The Miraculous Greek Victory at Marathon and Its Impact on Western Civilization

The First Clash: The Miraculous Greek Victory at Marathon and Its

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Marathon--one of history's most pivotal battles. Its very name evokes images of almost superhuman courage, endurance, and fighting spirit. But until now, the story of what happened at Marathon has...
The Earth Is All That Lasts: Crazy Horse, Sitting Bull, and the Last Stand of the Great Sioux Nation

The Earth Is All That Lasts: Crazy Horse, Sitting Bull, and the Last

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"Fast-paced and highly absorbing." -Wall Street JournalA magisterial new history of the fierce final chapter of the "Indian Wars," told through the lives of the two most legendary and consequential...
The Last Muslim Conquest: The Ottoman Empire and Its Wars in Europe

The Last Muslim Conquest: The Ottoman Empire and Its Wars in Europe

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A monumental work of history that reveals the Ottoman dynasty's important role in the emergence of early modern Europe The Ottomans have long been viewed as despots who conquered through...
The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the World

The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the

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In the bestselling tradition of The Swerve and A Distant Mirror, THE VERGE tells the story of a period that marked a decisive turning point for both European and world...
Empire of Guns: The Violent Making of the Industrial Revolution

Empire of Guns: The Violent Making of the Industrial Revolution

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NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF 2018 BY THE SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE AND SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINEBy a prize-winning young historian, an authoritative work that reframes the Industrial Revolution, the expansion...
War: Past, Present and Future

War: Past, Present and Future

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Monitor: the Story of the Legendary Civil War Ironclad and the Man Whose Invention Charged the Course of History

Monitor: the Story of the Legendary Civil War Ironclad and the Man Whose Invention Charged the Course of History

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Author: James Tertius DekayBinding: SoftbackPublished: Walker Co, 1997, Third PrintingCondition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerOn March 9 1862, an epic battle was fought that not only affected...
NAVAL POLICY BETWEEN THE WARS Volume I: The Period of Anglo-American Antagonism 1919-1929

NAVAL POLICY BETWEEN THE WARS Volume I: The Period of Anglo-American Antagonism 1919-1929

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Author: Stephen RoskillBinding: HardbackPublished: Collins, 1968Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacketPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis book explores the naval strategies and policies of the United Kingdom and the United States during...
Australia Two Centuries of War & Peace

Australia Two Centuries of War & Peace

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Author: M. McKernan, M. BrowneBinding: HardbackPublished: Allen & Unwin, 1988Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: UnblemishedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the complex history of Australia over two centuries, focusing on...
The Blinded Soldiers and Sailors Gift Book

The Blinded Soldiers and Sailors Gift Book

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Author: George GoodchildBinding: HardbackPublished: Jarrold & Sons, -Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: DamagedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThe Blinded Soldiers and Sailors Gift Book is a poignant collection that aims to raise...
The Politics of Patriotism: The Pressure Group Activities of the Returned Servicemen's League

The Politics of Patriotism: The Pressure Group Activities of the Returned Servicemen's League

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Author: G. L. KristiansonBinding: HardbackPublished: Australian National University Press, 1966, FIRST EDITION!Condition remarks:Book: FairJacket: DamagedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThis book examines the influence of the Returned Servicemen's League in...
The Rebel General

The Rebel General

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Author: Chris Wallace-CrabbeBinding: HardbackPublished: Angus and Robertson, 1967, FIRST EDITION!Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe Rebel General is a captivating exploration of the life and legacy of...
The Australian Experience of War Illustrated Stories & Verse

The Australian Experience of War Illustrated Stories & Verse

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Author: John LairdBinding: HardbackPublished: Mead & Beckett, 2010Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: UnblemishedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis book presents a collection of illustrated stories and verse that encapsulate the Australian experience...
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Military Insignia of the 20th Century

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Military Insignia of the 20th Century

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Author: Guido RosignoliBinding: HardbackPublished: Chartwell Books, 1986Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis comprehensive reference book explores the military insignia of the 20th century, providing detailed illustrations and...
Jubal Early's Raid on Washington 1864

Jubal Early's Raid on Washington 1864

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Author: B. F. CoolingBinding: HardbackPublished: Nautical and Aviation Publishing, 1989, FIRST EDITION!Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis book is a compelling account of Jubal Early's...
Eisenhower at War 1943-1945 SIGNED

Eisenhower at War 1943-1945 SIGNED

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Author: David EisenhowerBinding: HardbackPublished: Random House, 1986Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: Signed with inscriptionEisenhower at War 1943-1945 provides an in-depth look at the leadership and strategies of General Dwight D....
The War in Southwest Virginia 1861-65 SIGNED

The War in Southwest Virginia 1861-65 SIGNED

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Author: Gary C WalkerBinding: HardbackPublished: A&W Enterprise, 1985, Sixth Edition RevisedCondition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: DamagedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Signed with inscriptionThis book provides a detailed account of the Civil War...
Pearl Harbor in Perspective

Pearl Harbor in Perspective

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Author: Michael SlackmanBinding: Other bindingPublished: Arizona Memorial Musuem, 1986Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book offers a comprehensive analysis of the Pearl Harbor attack, exploring its historical...
The Spitfire Kids: The generation who built, supported and flew Britain's most beloved fighter

The Spitfire Kids: The generation who built, supported and flew

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'An inspirational read celebrating the incredible young people who gave so much for this iconic British aircraft'. John Nichol, bestselling author of Spitfire: A Very British Love...
Fighting for the Faith: the Many Fronts of Crusade and Jihad 1000-1500ad

Fighting for the Faith: the Many Fronts of Crusade and Jihad 1000-1500ad

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Fighting between Christians and Muslims in the medieval period is often seen in the narrow context of the battle for the Holy Land. Other points of conflict tend to be...
The Life and Legend of a Rebel Leader: Wat Tyler

The Life and Legend of a Rebel Leader: Wat Tyler

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In 1381, England was on the brink - the poor suffered the effects of war, the Black Death, and Poll Tax. At this time the brave Wat Tyler arose to...
Wellington

Wellington

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Barbarossa

Barbarossa

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Monty: The Lonely Leader 1944-1945

Monty: The Lonely Leader 1944-1945

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Rand Mcnally Atlas Of The American Revolution

Rand Mcnally Atlas Of The American Revolution

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Author: Kenneth Nebenzahl (ed) Format: Hardback Published: 1975, Rand McNally Condition Remarks: Excellent. ,,,Some wear and tear on dustjacket,Bright and clear text on unmarked pages Description: Rand McNally Atlas of...
Operation Crusader: Tank Warfare in the Desert, Tobruk 1941

Operation Crusader: Tank Warfare in the Desert, Tobruk 1941

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Author: Hermann BuschlebFormat: Hardback, 152mm x 228mm, 128 pagesPublished: Casemate Publishers, United States, 2019First English translation of a Geman account of Operation Crusader. The port of Tobruk, Libya, was besieged...
The Ghost at the Wedding: A True Story

The Ghost at the Wedding: A True Story

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The Truth of War: Lethality in Combat, a Study of the Real Nature of Battle

The Truth of War: Lethality in Combat, a Study of the Real Nature of Battle

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Author: Doctor Tom LewisFormat: Paperback, 153mm x 234mm, 368 pagesPublished: Big Sky Publishing, Australia, 2023The Truth of War unveils a penetrating exploration of the most contentious facets of military combat,...
The Men of the Mounted

The Men of the Mounted

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The History of the Vietnam War

The History of the Vietnam War

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Revolt in Treblinka

Revolt in Treblinka

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Rwanda: The Australian Contingent 1994-1995 (SIGNED by George Gittoes)

Rwanda: The Australian Contingent 1994-1995 (SIGNED by George Gittoes)

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Of Love and War

Of Love and War

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Echoes from Forgotten Wars

Echoes from Forgotten Wars

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