A Soldier's Life: A Visual History of Soldiers Through the Ages
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From a Roman legionary to a French sergeant in the Napoleonic wars, a Cheyenne brave, and a United States marine, A Soldier's Life takes a close look at the uniforms, weapons, food and supplies of thirty-five different types of soldiers. Fascinating historical details and full-color photographs of authentic uniform reproductions give a comprehensive view of the life of a soldier. This is a bang-up job on an eternally enticing topic. -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Andrew Robertshaw is the Head of Education at the National Army Museum in London, England. He lives in London, England.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0525675507
ISBN13:9780525675501
Release Date:June 1997
Publisher:Dutton Books
Length:48 Pages
Weight:1.35 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 9.6" x 12.8"
Age Range:10 to 14 years
Grade Range:Grades 5 to 9
Related Subjects
Children's Children's Books History Military & Wars Military Science Science & Math TechnologyCustomer Reviews
2 ratings
Really Interesting
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
From a Roman legionary, a Viking warrior, and a Norman knight to a Cheyenne brave and a World War II British infantryman, A Soldier's Life looks in detail at the lives of more than thirty-five individual soldiers through the ages. Based on real soldiers and the battles in which they fought -- With over 140 specially commissioned color photographs -- Shows each soldier in uniform, with the weapons he used, the equipment he carried, and the food he ate -- With a glossary of military terms, a list of places to visit, and a comprehensive time line
This is great!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
This is a very informative book, with accurate information!A must-read for anyone interested in any type of war! I really liked how he did it - with the people and stuff...this was just really really cool! I hope you write another one, ASAP!
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