Five Years Of The War Department

Following The War With Spain, 1899-1903 (1904)

von Elihu Root

530 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Five Years of the War Department: Following the War with Spain, 1899-1903"" is a historical book written by Elihu Root and published in 1904. The book chronicles the events that took place in the United States War Department during the five years following the Spanish-American War. Root, who served as the Secretary of War during this period, provides a detailed account of the military and political developments that occurred during this time. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the organization and administration of the War Department, the military campaigns in the Philippines and Cuba, the construction of the Panama Canal, and the reorganization of the army. Root also discusses the challenges and controversies that he faced during his tenure, including the debate over the use of military force in the Philippines and the controversy surrounding the appointment of officers. Overall, ""Five Years of the War Department"" provides a unique insight into the workings of the United States government during a pivotal period in its history. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in military history, politics, or the development of the United States as a world power.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Militärgeschichte Besondere Kriege und militärische Feldzüge Zweiter Weltkrieg
• ISBN: 9781120620262
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 21.11.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC