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Provides a history of armies around the world, and discusses their involvement in major military engagements from ancient times to the present. Also describes the armies of various countries, and offers a look at the history of the U.S. Army. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
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The epic conclusion the adventures of Bilbo Baggins. Having reclaimed their homeland from the Dragon Smaug, the Company has unwittingly unleashed a deadly force into the world. Enraged, Smaug rains his fiery wrath down upon the defenseless men, women and children of Lake-town. Obsessed above all else with his reclaimed treasure, Thorin sacrifices friendship and honor to hoard it as Bilbo's frantic attempts to make him see reason drive the Hobbit towards...
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The bestselling author’s epic fantasy trilogy comes to a dramatic end. The “cold, tense, creeping dread lasts right up until the final confrontation” (Tor.com).
Since the Dark Ones returned, the world has been laid to waste. The land’s wizards have been slaughtered, its cities destroyed, and its people scattered in terror, and few have witnessed more of the destruction than Rudy and Gil—two ordinary...
Since the Dark Ones returned, the world has been laid to waste. The land’s wizards have been slaughtered, its cities destroyed, and its people scattered in terror, and few have witnessed more of the destruction than Rudy and Gil—two ordinary...
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British troops liberated Nazi-occupied Greece in September 1944 and brought the Nazi resistance forces - the Communist National Liberation Front (EAM) and its military faction, the People's National Army of Liberation (ELAS) - back into power under a British-supported government. However, some members of the ELAS resisted British involvement and a civil war between the Greek government and the Communist forces erupted. Britain sent 40,000 troops to...
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When the Iraqi government threatened to expel all foreign mercenaries following the controversial Blackwater Baghdad shootings of 2007, the role of private military contractors was thrust into the spotlight. There's no denying that the use of hired security forces is transforming the way we wage war. The contractors earn four times more than regular soldiers, act with impunity, and in Iraq, outnumber all non-U.S. soldiers combined. This program follows...
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This episode of Secrets of Ancient Empires collection features stunning re-creations and reconstructions as it tells the powerful story of the origins of organized warfare. The program reveals the truth behind the savagery of ancient battle; how weapons were made and developed; how sophisticated tactics were introduced and how great warriors made their reputation as they fought to win glory and protect their lands from foreign invasion.
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With Herobrine still on the loose, Stevie, Alex, and their friends try to make the world understand the threat he poses. When Herobrine releases zombie at the middle school Halloween party, the kids must act now to defeat Herobrine and restore peace to the word before it's too late.
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In this episode ofCentury of Flight,we examine the impact of using air power to support ground forcesin war. Learn how the first military aircraft were used for reconnaissance, and how aerial photography developedout of that role. See the evolution of Blitzkrieg, and the technological advances in aviation triggered by Nazi offensive tactics. Watch the first paratroopers land in Norway, and witness the brutal effectiveness of carpet bombing refugees...
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"Black Herran was a dread demonologist, and the most ruthless general in all Essoran. She assembled the six most fearsome warriors to captain her armies: a necromancer, a vampire lord, a demigod, an orcish warleader, a pirate queen, and a twisted alchemist. Together they brought the whole continent to its knees ... Until the day she abandoned her army, on the eve of total victory. 40 years later, she must bring her former captains back together for...
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Using the ancient art of origami, this book gives step-by-step instructions for folding all sorts of things you find in the Army. The book starts by listing the supplies you will need and giving instructions on basic folds. Projects include a tank, an army tent, an artillery weapon, two types of medals, and an army officer. Also includes a glossary, and sources for additional information.