Great sieges have had an enormous impact on the shaping of world history. The 100 most important sieges from around the world & throughout history are covered -- from Joshua's assault on Jericho in the 15th cent. B.C. to the Russian attack on the Chechen capital of Grozny at the end of the 20th cent. Each entry provides vital & fascinating info., incl. the siege's exact location, the number of forces engaged, the names of the commanders on each side, & the importance of the siege in its historical context. Explores the actions & motivations of both the defenders & the attackers, & strategically surveys the technical & tactical innovations & conditions inside besieged positions & in the besiegers' ranks. Includes illustrations & over 70 maps.

Besieged: 100 Great Sieges from Jericho to Sarajevo

History

Paul K. Davis

Military

Oxford University Press

<p>An authoritative and thoroughly readable volume that will prove invaluable for everyone from military historians to history buffs to those wanting to know the impact of war on the borders and cultures of countries around the world. The Encyclopedia of Invasions and Conquests, a comprehensive guide to 192 invasions, conquests, battles, occupations, and military leaders from ancient times to the present, takes readers on a journey that includes the Roman conquest of Britain, the Portuguese colonization of Brazil, and the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. This engaging, lucid, carefully researched volume provides a thorough review of each battle while examining the repercussions on infrastructure, tradition, language, and more. Some entries cover civilizations and cultures (Han Dynasty, the Huns, the Uzbeks), while others are devoted to selected historical figures (Julius Caesar, Napoleon Buonaparte, Douglas MacArthur). Each chapter provides a map to help readers locate key areas and geographical features. Other features include cross-references, a cumulative bibliography, and a comprehensive subject index.</p>

Encyclopedia of Invasions and Conquests: from ancient times to the present

Reference

Catalogs & Directories

Grey House Publishing

100 Decisive Battles: From Ancient Times to the Present

Historical Study & Educational Resources

ABC-CLIO Ltd

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