"A book of lasting value." — The New York Times. Mongol warriors, Swiss pikemen, British redcoats — here is a crackling survey of military might from ancient Egypt to the modern era. Coggins' encyclopedic effort spotlights frontline foot soldiers and their weapons, uniforms, tactics, and training. 250 black-and-white illustrations.
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On Guerrilla Warfare by Mao Tse-tung, Samuel B Griffith The first documented, systematic study of a truly revolutionary subject, this 1937 text remains the definitive guide to guerrilla warfare. It concisely explains unorthodox strategies that transform disadvantages into benefits.
