The Encyclopedia of Warfare

From the ancient world to the invasion of Ukraine, from the Hundred Years' War to the Six Day War, The Encyclopedia of Warfare presents the reader with more than 5,000 entries--arranged chronologically--on wars, campaigns, empires, rebellions, and counter-insurgencies.

The Encyclopedia of Warfare is an authoritative compendium of almost five millennia of war. From battles fought with spears to the latest drone technology, the book features an immense range of conflict. Each war narrative, where appropriate, includes descriptions of its campaigns, battles, and sieges. All this is easily accessed via an extensive index. Featuring more than 600 full-color maps created specifically for this volume, The Encyclopedia of Warfare is written in a style accessible to both the student and the general enthusiast and reflects the latest thinking among military historians.


About the Author
Dennis E. Showalter is a professor of history at Colorado College who specializes in German military history. He was president of the American Society for Military History from 1997 to 2001.