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A Guide to the Study and Use of Military History

CMH Pub. 70-3-1.

Edited by John E. Jessup, Jr. and Robert W. Coakley. Designed to foster an appreciation of the value of military history. Explains its uses and the resources available for its study. Consists of four parts: Part One, Military History, Its Nature and Use; Part Two, Bibliographical Guide; Part Three, Army Programs, Activities, and Uses; Part Four: History Outside the U.S. Army. Includes Appendices, Bibliography, and Index.

Audience
adult
Length
long · 523 pages

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