Central Kansas Library System

Ever since mankind began organizing military forces, some have excelled in their craft. This came about either by fortuitous circumstances, outstanding leadership, or specialized instruction or training. In some cases, entire societies were geared toward military excellence. It is these populations and units that are the focus of this work.

The reader is asked to choose options on some of the great military decisions of the twentieth century.

Tells of Britain's continual military involvement in Egypt and the Sudan to protect British "interests" and the Suez Canal. A compelling story of gruelling desert campaigns led by Victorian generals such as Wolseley, Gordon, and Kitchener against Mahdi and the Khalifa.

A biography of the controversial military leader remembered for his defense of the Philippines during World War II, administration of occupied Japan after the war, and leadership of United Nations troops in the Korean conflict.

Concentrates on fifteen examples of last stands including Waterloo, the Alamo, Camerone, and the Little Big Horn.