From Julius Caesar to Colin Powell, this comprehensive reference covers nearly 500 of the most significant military leaders in history. The Macmillan Dictionary of Military Biography portrays the commanders who helped shape history. From the beginning of recorded history (roughly 3500 B.C.) to the present, it covers the stories of the men (and one woman, Joan of Arc) whose actions precipitated enormous change in the world around them.

Featuring over 40 historical photographs and prints, the book is arranged in dictionary format. Each entry includes a statement of the subject's significance to military history, as well as an essay that presents not only a biographical and military overview, but a portrait of the subject's character.

Illuminating the many conflicts that have influenced ancient and modern history, The Macmillan Dictionary of Military Biography provides an invaluable and entertaining resource for military enthusiasts and historians alike.