World War II

Here is the authoritative and comprehensive reference work on the last world war, from an American perspective. Published in hardcover in the midst of the 50th anniversary of various aspects of World War II, this ambitious work includes over 2,000 entries on military actions and battles, weapons, people, politics, culture, and everyday life, enlivened by quotes from the leaders of the day. The result is a complete military and social history of the time.