In this clear, dramatic review of America's major wars—from the French and Indian War to the war in Korea—Robert Leckie highlights eleven important battles:

• Quebec: Wolfe and Montcalm Duel for a Continent
• Trenton: Washington Rallies the Revolution
• New Orleans: Old Hickory Holds Firm
• Mexico City: Winfield Scott Wins an Empire
• Chancellorsville: The Tragic Triumph of Lee and Jackson
• Appomattox: Grant and Sheridan End the Civil War
• Santiago: The Land-Sea Fight That Humbled Spain
• Belleau Wood: The Marines Save Paris
• Guadalcanal: The Battle That Doomed Japan
• Normandy: Eisenhower's Great Gamble
• Pusan-Inchon: MacArthur Parries and Thrusts

Some of these exciting battles are turning points in American history. Some demonstrate the skill of individual military commanders. All help us to understand America's military heritage.

From the dust jacket

Illustrated with drawings by Ted Burwell as well as prints, maps and photographs.