TY - BOOK AU - CREASY Edward TI - The fifteen decisive battles of the world: from Marathon to Waterloo SN - 1861960018 (pbk.) PY - 1996/// CY - Royston PB - Oracle KW - BATTLES KW - MILITARY STRATEGY N2 - It examines fifteen of major battles. There are certain battles which stand out as decisive turning points in the course of history. The author has provided a synopsis of the historical background and a lively description of the leaders involved. With an interest in military strategy in tales individual valour or in the history of Western civilization ER -