World Military Leaders.(Brief article)(Book review)

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World Military Leaders

Mark Grossman

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Throughout recorded human history, the military leadership of a city state, a kingdom, or a nation has been a principle force in shaping events for better or for ill. A professional writer specializing in American and world history, Mark Grossman has compiled and organized "World Military Leaders: A Biographical Dictionary" which presents in an easily accessed, ...

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