The Korean War: An Encyclopedia (Military History of the United States) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0824044452 ISBN 13: 9780824044459

Publisher: Routledge, 1995

Synopsis

First Published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

About this title

Review:

"The emphasis and strength of the Encyclopedia is in the military aspects of the war-the campaigns and commanders-but especially the U.S. role. Entries on individual countries and their roles in the war are also excellent...the most detailed encyclopedia on the military aspects of the war published in English to date."
-"Journal of Military History
"An excellent piece of work.."
-"Military Books Online
"A solid effort for libraries, students, and the general readers.."
-"Library Journal
"Recommended for public and academic libraries."
-"Reference Books Bulletin/Booklist
"This solid source suitable for beginners and specialists is recommended for all academic libaries, especially those supporting military studies."
-"Choice

Synopsis:

Covers key topics on the Korean War that range from the origins of the conflict, ground, naval and air operations, and tactical planning to the Truman-MacArthur face-off, the POW issue, and armistice negotiations. The text includes articles on civilian and military leaders.

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0824044452
• ISBN 13: 9780824044459
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 470
• Editor: Sandler Stanley