Dictionary of Battles

This book describes over 500 critical battles which altered the course of history, from the Greeks at Marathon to Goose Green. The range covers recorded history from earliest times through the Dark Ages to continental devastation of the early European period to Napoleon, the World Wars, Korea, Vietnam & contemporary guerrilla struggles. In alphabetical order by name of battle. Also includes a chronology of battles. Maps. Hogg is a retired Britosh military officer who became a writer specializing in military journalism. This book is one in the Hutchinson reference series published in London.Ian V. Hogg is the author of 'Dictionary of Battles', published 1995 under ISBN 9780788193033 and ISBN 0788193031.