Edition |
Third edition. |
Description |
xii, 669 pages : illustrations, maps ; 29 cm |
Note |
Previous editions published as: Encyclopedia of warrior peoples and fighting groups. Santa Barbara, Calif. : ABC-CLIO, ©1998. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 643-660) and index. |
Summary |
Ever since mankind began organizing military forces, some have excelled in their craft. This came about either by fortuitous circumstances, outstanding leadership, or specialized instruction or training. In some cases, entire societies were geared toward military excellence. It is these populations and units that are the focus of this work. |
Subject |
Military history, Ancient -- Encyclopedias.
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Military history, Modern -- Encyclopedias.
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Military history, Ancient. (OCoLC)fst01021234
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Military history, Modern. (OCoLC)fst01021239
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Genre/Form |
Encyclopedias. (OCoLC)fst01423798
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Added Author |
Davis, Paul K., 1952- editor.
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Hamilton, Allen Lee, editor.
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Alvarez, Tanya, contributor.
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ISBN |
9781682170984 (hardcover) |
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1682170985 (hardcover) |
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