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    American Military History: A Narrative Journey Through the Wars, Leaders, and Turning Points That Forged the United States

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  • The Centurion's Story

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    In "The Centurion's Story," David James Burrell masterfully weaves a narrative that explores the life of a Roman centurion during the turbulent times of the early Christian era. Set against a backdrop of historical events, Burrell employs rich, vivid prose that brings the ancient world to life, while skillfully blending personal introspection with broader themes of faith, duty, and conflict. The ... En savoir plus

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    The Chiefs Now in This City

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  • The Indian World of George Washington

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  • The Scratch of a Pen

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  • The Victory with No Name

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    In 1791, General Arthur St. Clair led the United States army in a campaign to destroy a complex of Indian villages at the Maumee River in northwestern Ohio. Almost within reach of their objective, St. Clair's 1,400 men were attacked by about one thousand Indians. The U.S. force was decimated, suffering nearly one thousand casualties in killed and wounded, while Indian casualties numbered only a ... En savoir plus

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