Persian Gulf War Encyclopedia : 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