The definitive story of Germany's legendary counter-terrorism unit—its origins, triumphs, and ongoing legacy in the fight against global terrorism.
A 19yearold Marine takes the reader into the heart of combat in Ramadi, Iraq, and on an unflinching journey of survival, resilience, and the quest for peace after war.
Definitive report on the Silchester Environs Project that combined extensive fieldwork and prospection to examine the Iron Age hinterland of Calleva, its settlement pattern, economy and development.
For over 2,000 years, the location of the Stone Tower, mid-point of the ancient Silk Road, has remained a mystery. This book traces the search... Læs mere
Full report on the enormous, excellently preserved, non-ceramic finds and environmental data from the Cladh Hallan settlement, Western Isles of Scotland (c. 2000–500 cal BC).
A fresh perspective on Gettysburg, highlighting how Union veterans’ monumentation shaped the interpretation of the battlefield and ensured that future generations would remember not just where they fought, but why.
For 600 relentless days, Recon Marines defended Hill 119 in Vietnam, enduring constant probes and assaults and launching daring deep... Læs mere
The longest ground fighting on Guadalcanal was across and around the Matanikau river basin—for five months the United States and the Japanese battled over this key area on the island.
A fresh look at the overlooked first battle for Kesternich in December 1944—where U.S. and German forces clashed in a pivotal, misunderstood engagement on the eve of the Battle of the Bulge. Grounded in original German sources and firsthand accounts.
The first ten years of SAMS saw its graduates shape modern U.S. Army doctrine and operations;from post-Vietnam recovery to the Gulf War. This book traces how education;doctrine;and combat experience combined to transform operational thinking across a pivotal decade.
A talented sportsman who struggled with academic work, young Peter Weaver was a rogue, skirting the law. When World War II broke out he was determined to... Læs mere