Boys Book Of Battles

Filled with historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, "Great Battles for Boys" captures the attention of even reluctant readers. History leaps off the page through the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of soldiers fighting America's earliest battles, from Bunker Hill and San Juan Hill to The Alamo and The Lost Battalion of WWI.

The Boy's Book of Battles by Eric Wood, first published in 1913. Eric Wood was the author of: Thrilling Deeds of British Airmen (1917) and Famous Voyages of the Greek Discoverers (1920). He was also the author of a series of books for boys in the early twentieth-century, with titles including: The Boy s Book of Adventure (1912), The Boy s Workshop (1912), The Boy s Book of Battles (1913), The Boy Scouts Roll of Honour (1914), The Boy s Book of the Sea (1915), The Boy s Book of Heroes (c1915), The Boy s Book of Buccaneers (1917), The British Boy s Annual (1921), The Outdoor Boy (1923) and The Boy s Book of the Open Air (1924). This book focuses on the military exploits of dozens of the most important battles in world history. Although a brief overview of the political issues involved is usually given, the main focus is on the daring deeds, strategies, and exploits of the battles themselves. Many critical battles from world history are given, including Marathon, Tours, Agincourt, and the Armada, but the book also strongly emphasizes 19th century battles, including Waterloo, Trafalgar, Balaclava, Palermo, Gettysburg, and Koniggratz.

In this installment of the bestselling series, boys travel to the ancient world to learn about twelve famous military battles that drastically altered world history. They'll also learn about the notable men who led those battles, including Alexander the Great, Julius Casaer, and William "Braveheart" Wallace, among many others.

Great Battles for Boys sends young readers "into the fight." From weapons, strategies, and military leaders to bayonets, bullets, and bombers, boys discover what really happened in these historic conflicts. In this volume, the story begins with Hitler's rise to power in 1930s Germany and his devastating invasion of Poland which launched World War II. The battles continue from there, proceeding through Europe and North Africa, culminating in the Normandy invasion, the Battle of the Bulge, and Victory in Europe. Some little-know yet fascinating battles are also included, such as Finland's Winter War, when a tiny tribe of men defeated Stalin's massive Red Army. With historic photographs, maps, and short, powerful chapters, "Great Battles for Boys" shows how these historic conflicts shaped the world, and why "Freedom isn't free." "I strongly recommend this book, particularly to young readers who aren't provided this kind of insight in standard texts." -- Randolph Carter Harrison, retired officer Army Special Forces, and former head of media relations, The Boeing Company.

Vivid retellings of some of the important battles on the American frontier!

Spartans! Persians! Romans! Historic warriors changed the world. But does your son know why these soldiers were fighting? Find out in Great Battles for Boys: Ancients to Middle Ages. This bestselling history series takes young readers to the front lines of the world's most important clashes. With short but powerful chapters and plenty of historic imagery, history leaps off the page, capturing the attention of even reluctant readers. Want boys to read? Give them books they WANT to read! In this installment of the bestselling series, boys travel to the ancient world to learn about twelve famous military battles that drastically altered world history. They'll also learn about the notable men who led those battles, including Alexander the Great, Julius Casaer, and William "Braveheart" Wallace, among many others. Beginning in Ancient Greece and Persia, the battles continue into the Middle Ages--including the Crusades--and conclude with the year 1588 when the Spanish Armada's attempted invasion of England, and the dawn of modern naval warfare. Don't miss the highly acclaimed series for boys that reveals the courage and valor of men in battle, and how their bravery changed the world. Pick up a copy today--and create a reader tomorrow. Praise for the book: "Got this for my 9 yr old son as a gift. He finished it in one day...couldn't put it down he told me. This is a boy who has comprehension issues and I'm finding it's due to the material. If he doesn't enjoy it he glosses over the words and doesn't remember a thing. This book he was able to answer all kinds of questions and prompted more research for questions he had. Love it! Will be ordering him more." 5 Stars, Barefoot