Spencer C. Tucker
The first series to focus on the evolution of all major weapons systems, covering their impact on war and peace, their expanding capabilities, and their technical specifications.
The history of weapons of warfare is more than the story of assaults, explosions, ballistics, and engineering. Horses, guns, ships, tanks, and aircraft have determined the outcomes of human conflicts and the course of history. These volumes weave together stories of peoples' vision, tenacity, and innovative technology to reveal the development and larger impact of these weapons.
From flintlocks to nuclear submarines to "Star Wars," the Weapons and Warfare series is the first to cover the history of military weapons systems on land, sea, and air. Written by expert military historians, each heavily illustrated volume focuses on a specific weapon or system—its origins, expanding capabilities, use in warfare, and impact on the people involved in its use.
Presenting much more than technical specifications and construction details, the titles also tell human stories of innovation, urgency, and persistence, offering a unique perspective on the history of military conflict.
Highlights
- Explores the evolution of weapons systems and their impact on the battlefield and the course of history
- Looks at weapons systems within the context of military history
- Charts the evolution of each weapon from its initial stages to its current technological development
- Tells the story of the human impact of each weapon's deployment
Features- Each volume provides a narrative history of its subject in several chapters, including its technological development and its military and social ramifications
- A richly illustrated, chronological reference section offers detailed descriptions and technical data on important examples of specific weapons
- A glossary provides definitions for key terms, introducing readers to the dynamic language of weapons and warfare
- A bibliography serves as a guide to sources, including references to journals, technical manuals, and video and online sources
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