Persian Gulf War Encyclopedia: A Political, Social, and Military History

A Political, Social, and Military History

Ideal for high school and college-level readers as well as students attending military academies and general audiences, this encyclopedia covers the details of the Persian Gulf War as well as the long-term consequences and historical lessons learned from this important 20th-century conflict.

• Provides a thorough analysis of the Gulf War that explains its causes, course, strategy and tactics, and significance

• Includes insightful biographies of the key individuals involved that identify the factors behind their decisions

• Presents a chronology that clearly outlines events and helps students determine the cause-and-effect relationship between them

• Supplies a variety of images and maps that engage readers and serve as powerful tools for visual/spatial learners