War Conflicts

A weary knight, a sacred goal, and a brutal march through blood and betrayal. In the aftermath of Acre’s brutal siege, Sir Alaric of Normandy faces a new trial: the unforgiving road to Jerusalem. Torn between duty to his king, the haunting echoes of past violence, and whispers of doubt, Alaric must lead his men through a landscape as treacherous as the enemies lurking in the shadows. As King Richard’s army marches onward, Saladin’s forces wage a silent war—poisoning wells, scorching earth, and letting the desert claim its victims. Amid this chaos, Alaric finds an unlikely ally in ...

In terms of geopolitics, perhaps the most seminal event of the Middle Ages was the successful Ottoman siege of Constantinople in 1453. The city had been an imperial capital as far back as the fourth century, when Constantine the Great shifted the power center of the Roman Empire there, effectively establishing two almost equally powerful halves of antiquity’s greatest empire. Constantinople would continue to serve as the capital of the Byzantine Empire even after the Western half of the Roman Empire collapsed in the late fifth century.

In Words of War, Eric Min pulls back the curtain on when, why, and how belligerents negotiate while fighting. Of all interstate conflicts across the last two centuries, two-thirds have ended through negotiated agreement. Wartime diplomacy is thus commonly seen as a costless and mechanical process solely designed to end fighting. But as Min argues, wartime negotiations are not just peacemaking tools. They are in fact a highly strategic activity that can also help states manage, fight, and potentially win wars.

America is famous around the world for being the land of opportunity, and in many respects it has been for the nearly 400 years since its colonization. However, that opportunity has always come at some sort of price. In the times of wooden sailing vessels, men and women risked life and limb to sail across the Atlantic on small, creaking ships, but later, transportation became safer and easier with the invention of the coal powered steam engine.

Through war and faith, a voice rises. "Sudan Civil Wars and the Calling into Ministry" is a gripping autobiography that illuminates the human spirit's resilience amidst the darkness of Sudan's civil wars. Born into turmoil, John's story isn't just about surviving; it's about finding hope and purpose in the most unlikely places. His powerful storytelling transports you to a world painted with hardship, but also with unwavering faith and the yearning for a better future. Witness a transformative journey: From war-torn childhood to ministry mission: Experience John's evolution, from navigating...

Entdecken Sie vier der einflussreichsten Konflikte der Weltgeschichte in diesem exklusiven Boxset, das die Geschichten von Mut, Verrat und geopolitischer Umwälzung lebendig werden lässt.

The Individualization of War examines the status of individuals in contemporary armed conflict in three main capacities: as subject to violence but deserving of protection; as liable to harm because of their responsibility for attacks on others; and as agents who can be held accountable for the perpetration of crimes.

By the mid-19th century, other European powers became interested not only in the exploration of Africa, but the exploitation of it, especially once the German Empire unified after the Franco-Prussian War. This began a rush, spearheaded mainly by European commercial interests in the form of chartered companies, to penetrate the African interior and woo its leadership with guns, trinkets, and alcohol, and having thus obtained their marks or seals upon spurious treaties, begin establishing boundaries of future European colonies.

Der Krimkrieg war ein bedeutender Konflikt, der zwischen 1853 und 1856 stattfand und Russland, das Osmanische Reich, Frankreich und das Vereinigte Königreich involvierte. In diesem kompakten Geschichtsbuch tauchen Sie in die Ursachen, Ereignisse und Folgen dieses brutalen Krieges ein.

The Great "What Ifs" of the American Civil War: Historians Tackle the Conflict's Most Intriguing Possibilities is a collection of fourteen essays by the historians at Emerging Civil War, and includes a Foreword by acclaimed alternate history writer Peter G. Tsouras.

The Hundred Years' War changed language, national identity, weaponry, and even the way people think about war. It is part of the greater narrative of human history and gives a snapshot of how human nature can behave when pressed by the extremity of such a conflict - sometimes with unspeakable honor and courage and other times with cowardice, selfishness, and arrogance.

By revolutionizing and modernizing Russian arms, including the creation of Russia’s first naval force, Peter was able to pursue an aggressive and expansionist foreign policy that set the stage for the way the European map would be redrawn again and again over the coming centuries. Some of those forays were memorably countered by Western Europeans and the Holy League, but the Ottomans’ most frequent foe was the Russian Empire, which opposed them for both geopolitical and religious reasons.

The history of the United States is to a large extent a history of armed conflict. The nation was first forged in war, a tough fight for independence against one of the world’s largest empires, and that fight would resume less than a generation later with the War of 1812. Then there were constant low-level conflicts with Native Americans as the nation expanded westwards, and occasionally the country engaged in full-scale war against the Sioux, Comanche, and Apache. The country also fought the Mexican-American War, starting in 1846, and the bloody Civil War starting in 1861.

In the heart of South Sudan, Panyim and Nyakor prepare for adulthood within their tightly woven clan. As they navigate coming-of-age rituals, a neighboring clan's hostility disrupts their peaceful life. Panyim, eager to prove himself, joins the fight, while Nyakor uses her sharp mind to uncover the truth behind the conflict. Witnessing war's devastation, Panyim seeks a different path. Nyakor's discovery of a misunderstanding offers a chance for peace. With the guidance of the clan leader and his wise wife, Panyim, Nyakor, and their friends bridge the divide between the young generations. ...

Nicknamed "Mini-Man" for his diminutive stature, a mere five-foot-three and 125 pounds in his flight boots, chopper pilot Ron Alexander proved to be a giant in the eyes of the men he rescued from the jungles and paddies of Vietnam. With an unswerving concern for every American soldier trapped by enemy fire, and a fearlessness that became legendary, Ron Alexander earned enough official praise to become the second most decorated helicopter pilot of the Vietnam era. Yet, for Ron, the real reward came from plucking his fellow soldiers from harm's way, giving them another chance to get home alive.

Death Disease Dreadful work conditions A sequence of problems plagues Poppy Elgin, who arrives in England from Australia in the midst of the Spanish influenza outbreak. The Great War is over; her troubles are just starting. Will no one come to her aid? It's 1919 and women are cropping their hair, shortening their skirts, widening their horizons. Will Poppy ever really be an independent woman? Could a new friend be the solution? Petals & Pages is the heart-warming story of two friends whose valiant attempts at becoming independent women are thwarted at every step.

In a world where cultures clash and traditions evolve, can love and faith guide the modern marriage? Journey into the heart of this crucial question with "Modern Marriage and God," the 7th book in this gripping autobiography series. This isn't just a personal story; it's a thought-provoking exploration of marriage in our ever-changing world. From age-old ceremonies to groundbreaking trends, the author delves deep into the intricacies of love, commitment, and faith in the face of a transforming institution. Why does this matter? Unlock the complexities of modern marriage: As cultures ...

In this urgent and timely book, Patrick Cockburn writes the first draft of the history of the current crisis in the Middle East. Here he charts the period from the recapture of Mosul in 2017 to Turkey's attack on Kurdish territory in November 2019, and recounts the new phase in the wars of disintegration that have plagued the region. The ground battle with the caliphate is perhaps over, but was this the end of the conflict that has scarred these nations for decades?

The Liberian Civil Wars examines the incredibly deadly conflicts in the West African region, and how they changed the nation. You will learn about the the wars and Liberia's transition like never before....

A short story. A prequel to the Knights of Acre series. In the scorching summer of 1191, as the Third Crusade rages on, Sir Alaric of Normandy finds himself at the heart of a treacherous plot that threatens to unravel everything he holds dear. On the eve of a crucial battle against Saladin's forces near the strategic city of Arsuf, Alaric uncovers a shocking conspiracy led by the ambitious Lord de Marcy and his own mentor, Sir Geoffrey. Torn between loyalty and duty, Alaric must navigate a dangerous web of deceit as he races against time to expose the betrayal and save the Crusader army ...