50 Military Leaders Who Changed the World

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50 Military leaders ‘Who Changed the World does not ce4lebrate warfare, but rather shines its spotlight on the leaders the Author believes have had the greatest impact on world history. Thus book includes not necessarily the "Best" leaders, the most innovative strategists, craftiest tacticians, or even the bravest, smartest, or most admirable people. They were, however, the men and women who, for good or ill, entered the field of battle and left the world much changed upon their exit. Some, such as Genghis khan, were brilliant. Others, such as Ivan the Terrible, were mediocre generals, at best. While Joan of Arc is officially a saint, Adolf Hitler is universally considered a monster, Attila the Hun raped, pillaged, and brutally killed thousands, and Mao Zedong killed millions more than even Hitler. You may remember some or most of the men and women in this book. You may honor some and revile others. But after reading this book you won’t deny that these are the leaders who made the greatest impact on humankind’s brief history on this planet.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR William Weir

William Weir a former Army combat correspondent and photographer in the Korean war, has written eight previous books, including 50 Batters That Changed Warfare. In addition to his Army service, Weir has been a newspaper reporter and a public relations specialist. His articles have appeared in The New York Times, Gun Digest, and War, Literature the Arts. He is now retired and lives in Guilford, Connecticut, with his wife, Anne.    

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Title
50 Military Leaders Who Changed the World
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Edition
1st ed.
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ISBN
9788182743137
Length
260p., Plates; Bibliography; Index; 25cm.
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