Chris McNab

Introduction PART 1 BIRTH OF A NATION Chapter 1 Sparks of RevolutionExplanation of the root causes of the American Revolution, and the outbreak of hostilities in battles such as Concord, Bunker Hill and Lexington. Chapter 2 Washington Takes Over, 1775-77George Washington takes charge of the Continental Army in June 1775. The rebels are driven back under brutal British offensives against New York and Philadelphia, but the British also suffer in Canada...

The southwest tribes include the Apache, Navajo, and Pueblo. These tribes are known for their art, architecture, and fierceness in battle. This exciting book captures the richness of these tribes' cultures and provides an in-depth look at the warriors and wars that shaped them.

A guide to dinosaurs and other prehistoric reptiles provides detailed information on what the members of different species looked like, where and how they lived, how they fought, and how they died.

Since World War II, military uniforms have been adapted to serve in every area of the world, from the freezing wastes of Norway and Canada to the baking deserts of North Africa and the Middle East, and the humid jungle heat of Vietnam and Malaysia. Uniforms have been designed to allow the soldier to function effectively whatever the conditions. They are intended to help keep his body temperature constant, and make him difficult to detect, yet remain...

Tracking a Serial Killer tells the stories of 25 murderers, from Jack the Ripper right up to modern-day slayers like David Berkowitz (Son of Sam), the Yorkshire Ripper, Jeffrey Dahmer, and the Beltway Sniper. It delves into the minds and motivations of criminals such as Ted Bundy, who stalked university dorms; Andrei Chikatilo, the "Butcher of Rostov," who mutilated at least 52 women and children; Randy Kraft, the "Freeway Killer"; Volker Eckert,...

Special Forces units are trained to stay alive in the most difficult conditions. Now their training can be yours. Special Forces Survival Guide gathers the lessons learned by the world's most admired military group into one handy volume. Packed with tips, tricks, and techniques, plus more than 500 illustrations, Special Forces Survival Handbook will show you how to survive harsh terrain, severe weather, and life-threatening situations. You'll learn...

Provides details on military vehicles that have been designed and used since 1980, with profiles on the Soviet Akatsiya, French AMX-10, British Challenger 2, and American M998.