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El Comando Conjunto fue un organismo represivo de la dictadura chilena del que nada se sabía hasta que uno de sus agentes –Andrés Valenzuela Morales, alias Papudo– desertó y, arriesgando la vida, ent

Por mas de dos siglos, El arte de la guerra ha sido la guía mas completa de estrategia militar. Un clásico de la literatura china, se ha convertido en lectura esencial para quienes buscan el éxito, tanto en la vida personal como en los negocios. Uno de los rasgos mas interesantes del texto de Sun Tzu es que no pareciera que fue compuesto como un libro de contenido estrictamente castrense. Claramente el autor tenia una intencion mas amplia que la simple exposicion de una serie de tecnicas limitadas a las operaciones militares. Se trata de una obra colmada de temas filosoficos que obligan al lector a examinar su ser, su relacion con otros y la naturaleza de las circunstancias, para asi obtener un objetivo deseado. De manera tal que El arte de la guerra se presta para ser interpretado y aplicado a toda aquella situacion que involucre la necesidad de resolver conflictos de una manera eficiente y expedita. Entre esas circunstancias tambien se encuentran, naturalmente, nuestros propios conflictos internos, en los cuales tratamos de vencer nuestros defectos o debilidades, por lo que el enemigo del cual Sun Tzu escribe se puede expresar de muchas formas a lo largo de nuestras vidas. En otras palabras, El arte de la guerra parece contener y develar las doctrinas esenciales para alcanzar el exito de muchas maneras y en muchos contextos. De la introduccion de Alejandro Barcenas

Whilst the war raged across Flanders fields, an equally horrifying and sometimes more dangerous battle took place underground.Beneath Flanders Fields tells the story of the tunnellers war, which still remains one of the most misunderstood, misrepresented and mystifying conflicts of the Great War.A wealth of personal testimonies reveal the engineering, technology and science behind how this most intense of battles was fought and won. They speak of how the tunnellers lived a relentless existence in the depths of the battlefield for almost two and a half years, enduring physical and mental stresses that were often more extreme than their infantry counterparts. Their lives were reduced to a complex war of silence, tension and claustrophobia, leading up to the most dramatic mine offensive in history launched on 7 June 1917 at Messines Ridge. Yet, Messines was not the end of their story, which continued with the crafting of a whole underground world of headquarters, cookhouses and hospitals, housing the innumerable troops who passed through this part of the Western Front.Here, this extraordinary, hidden world is revealed and the fragile legacy it has left behind on Flanders fields is brought to light.

Aprofunde-se nos intrincados meandros da arte e da ciência militar no século XIX através desta obra seminal de Henry Wager Halleck. Um curso de instrução abrangenteque mergulha profundamente na estra

Amid the thunder of artillery and the devastation of trench warfare, a different kind of hero walked the battlefields of World War Ione armed not with weapons, but with compassion, resolve, and unbreakable courage. Angels in the Trenches offers teachers a clear, educational exploration of the frontline nurses who saved countless lives while facing unthinkable conditions.This narrative brings to life the world inside field hospitals, casualty clearing stations, and makeshift infirmaries where nurses worked tirelessly in mud, blood, and chaos. Readers will discover how they managed infections before antibiotics, treated massive trauma with limited resources, and provided emotional strength to soldiers enduring shock, fear, and loss.Drawing from diaries, war records, medical reports, and firsthand testimonies, the book highlights not only the daily routines and medical challenges these women faced, but also their resilience in the face of artillery bombardments, gas attacks, disease, and the psychological toll of constant loss.Designed for classroom use, it offers structured insights, historical context, and human-centered storytelling that help students grasp the incredible impact of these often-overlooked heroes. Their bravery changed the course of wartime medicineand the world.

Long before Rome, long before Persia, an Anatolian kingdom rose to military dominance through invention, bold leadership, and relentless adaptation. Forged in Fire and Empire offers entrepreneurs an inspirational examination of the Hittite war machinerevealing how a once-fragmented culture transformed itself into one of the most formidable forces of the ancient world.This narrative shows how the Hittites blended diplomacy, technology, and strategic foresight to outmaneuver rival powers. Readers discover how they pioneered ironworking, reshaped chariot warfare with three-man crews, built extensive intelligence networks, and developed an administrative system capable of mobilizing resources across vast territories. Each chapter highlights leadership lessons, calculated risk-taking, and high-impact innovationthe same qualities that drive success in modern ventures.Beyond the battlefield, the book explores how adaptability, negotiation, and long-term planning allowed the Hittites to stand toe-to-toe with Egypt and influence the destiny of the Bronze Age. Their rise is not just a military storyit is a case study in ambition, resilience, and the bold decisions that define powerful organizations.Designed to inspire forward-thinking readers, this account reveals how an ancient empire engineered its own ascent through vision, innovation, and unshakeable resolve.

Before the rise of great empires and standing armies, Egyptian chariot warriors ruled the battlefield with unmatched speed, precision, and coordination. Masters of the Lightning Chariots offers general readers an educational and accessible journey into the world of these elite fightershow they trained, how they fought, and how they shaped the military identity of ancient Egypt.Through clear explanations and vivid storytelling, the book explores the craftsmanship behind lightweight wooden chariots, the careful breeding of horses suited for desert climates, and the teamwork required between driver and archer. Readers will discover how chariot units functioned as mobile strike forces, intelligence gatherers, and symbols of royal power.Drawing on archaeological finds, relief carvings, palace archives, and reconstructed equipment, the narrative reveals how Egypt adopted and perfected chariot tactics during the New Kingdom, competing with Hittite, Mitanni, and other regional powers. It also examines major battlessuch as Kadeshto illustrate how chariot strategy influenced diplomacy, territorial expansion, and pharaonic prestige.Designed for curious readers seeking clarity and insight, this educational account brings Egypts wheeled warriors into sharp focus, celebrating their skill, discipline, and innovation.

In the summer of 1940, as Nazi forces swept across Europe, a small band of young pilots stood between Britain and destruction. Sky Guardians of a Nation offers students an uplifting, inspirational account of the airmen who risked everything during the Battle of Britainordinary individuals who became extraordinary heroes.This narrative brings readers into the heart of the struggle: the scramble sirens, the exhausted hours spent waiting on airfields, and the intense dogfights fought miles above the English countryside. Students will learn how these pilots mastered their aircraft under extreme pressure, formed unbreakable bonds with one another, and confronted overwhelming odds with determination far beyond their years.Through diaries, mission reports, eyewitness accounts, and modern historical analysis, the book highlights not just the tactics and aircraft involved, but the emotional resilience, quick decision-making, and raw bravery that defined these aviators. Their courage helped turn the tide of the warand inspired generations to believe that even the smallest group can change the course of history.Designed to motivate and empower, this story reveals how courage, grit, and unity can rise even in the darkest moments.

Long before the age of empires, a new kind of warrior stepped onto the fields of ancient Greecearmed not just with spear and shield, but with a revolutionary way of fighting. Shields of the Rising Phalanx provides teachers with a rigorous, research-based narrative that examines how hoplites emerged, how they trained, and how they reshaped the political and military landscape of the Mediterranean world.Designed for classroom clarity and historical precision, this book explores the archaeological evidence behind early armor, the evolution of bronze weaponry, and the development of the phalanx formation that demanded discipline, unity, and shared civic responsibility. Readers will discover how the rise of hoplite warfare influenced city-state identity, social structures, and the growing power of common citizens within Greek political life.Drawing from modern scholarship, battlefield studies, ancient texts, and reconstructed equipment, the narrative helps teachers present hoplites not as mythic figures, but as deeply human participants in a shifting military revolution. With research-focused explanations and accessible structure, this resource brings analytical depth to one of antiquitys most defining warrior traditions.

In 1588, Europe watched in suspense as two naval giants met in a confrontation that would redefine the balance of power. Stormfire Over the Channel provides a meticulous reference-style exploration of the battles of the Spanish Armadaan ambitious invasion force challenged by unpredictable weather, swift English maneuvering, and shifting political tides.Designed for teachers seeking clear, structured, and authoritative material, this book breaks down the campaign with precision. It traces Spains strategic motivations, Englands defensive preparations, and the tactical decisions that unfolded across the Channel. Each phase of the conflictformation approaches, fire-ship attacks, ship-to-ship engagements, and the harrowing northern retreatis presented with accessible clarity supported by historical records and modern scholarship.Readers gain insight into how technology, leadership, naval doctrine, and environmental forces shaped the outcome of one of historys defining maritime confrontations. More than a dramatic retelling, this reference-oriented work provides the contextual depth needed to teach, analyze, or compare early modern naval warfare. Step into the heart of a battle where wind, steel, and strategy collided on an epic scale.

On a rain-soaked field in 1415, a weary English army stood face-to-face with a vastly larger French force. What followed became one of the most stunning victories in medieval warfare. Steel in the Muddy Fields delivers a clear, informative, and engaging account of the Battle of Agincourtan encounter that transformed the course of the Hundred Years War and reshaped the mythology of kingship, courage, and tactical innovation.Aimed at general readers, this narrative breaks down the essential elements that defined the battle: the crippling impact of mud and terrain, the disciplined use of English longbowmen, the tactical missteps of French commanders, and the iron will of Henry V. Readers will discover how weather, logistics, morale, and battlefield positioning proved as decisive as weapons and armor.Going beyond dramatic storytelling, the book provides accessible insight into medieval military structure, combat conditions, cultural context, and the long-term legacy of a single days fighting. Step into the clash where discipline defeated might, where strategy overcame numbers, and where an outmatched army secured one of historys most iconic battlefield triumphs.

Long before Romes legions or Persias mighty armies, the earliest clashes that shaped human civilization erupted across the fertile plains between the Tigris and Euphrates. Warriors of the Cradle Kingdoms transports readers into the raw, formative struggle for power among Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Assyriawars that defined the political and military foundations of the ancient world.This authoritative exploration reveals how rival city-states developed the first organized armies, engineered innovative weapons, established battlefield tactics, and orchestrated campaigns that would echo through millennia. From chariot warfare and siege innovations to imperial conquests that redrew ancient borders, each chapter reconstructs the pivotal conflicts that transformed scattered settlements into mighty empires.Designed for readers seeking a deeper, more technical understanding of ancient military history, this book offers a clear, meticulously detailed examination of the strategies, technologies, and geopolitical tensions that shaped humanitys earliest theaters of war. Step into the birthplace of organized conflict and uncover how Mesopotamias battles forged the blueprint for warfare across the ancient world.

When European armies carved out new states along the eastern shores of the Mediterranean, they created some of the most unusual political experiments of the medieval era. Fortresses of Faith and Steel transports readers into the dramatic world of the Crusader Kingdomsfragile yet resilient realms forged at the crossroads of faith, ambition, diplomacy, and relentless warfare.This insightful narrative unveils how these states were established, governed, defended, and ultimately transformed by constant negotiation with surrounding Muslim powers. From the towering castles that shaped military strategy to the complex alliances that defied simplistic notions of "East versus West," the book illuminates the extraordinary political and cultural balancing act required for survival in one of historys most volatile regions.Designed with entrepreneurs of knowledge-driven fields in mind, this work distills complex historical dynamics into clear, applicable lessons on leadership, endurance, and strategic adaptation. Readers will discover how the Crusader states functioned as hubs of trade, cultural exchange, innovation, and diplomacyoffering timeless insights into building and maintaining influence under extreme pressure. Step into a world where every alliance mattered, every fortress told a story, and every decision reshaped the medieval Middle East.

In 480 BCE, on a narrow mountain pass overlooking the Aegean Sea, a vastly outnumbered Greek force faced down the full strength of the Persian Empire. Gates of Fire and Resolve offers a technical, strategy-driven analysis of the Battle of Thermopylaeone of the most studied last stands in military history.Designed with entrepreneurs in mindreaders who value tactical thinking, structural clarity, and real-world applicationthis book dissects the battlefield conditions, command decisions, logistical preparations, terrain exploitation, and disciplined formation tactics that enabled a small coalition of Greek fighters to resist overwhelming force.Rather than romanticizing the event, the narrative reveals the operational mechanics behind the phalanx, the intelligence failures that shaped Persian choices, and the systematic Spartan training that created soldiers capable of extraordinary cohesion under pressure. Each chapter highlights actionable strategic principles: leveraging constraints, maximizing positional advantage, sustaining morale, and adapting when traditional tactics collapse.This technical exploration provides a sharp, insightful look at how the Spartans and their allies transformed a doomed defense into a masterclass in tactical impactone that continues to inspire military leaders, strategists, and innovators across centuries.

Por longo tempo, os cavalos foram utilizados como verdadeiras armas de guerra, protagonizando acirradas batalhas, garantindo expansão de territórios e ascensão de governos.Utilizando-se da força dess

Os bastidores do Dia D narrados pela perspectiva de Winston ChurchillO Dia D é celebrado como um grande triunfo e um ponto de virada da Segunda Guerra Mundial, mas Churchill sabia que operações de gr

A notável história verídica da missão secreta dos Aliados na Moscovo em tempo de guerra.No verão de 1941, quando Hitler invadiu a União Soviética, as forças de Estaline enfrentaram a possibilidade de

Compulsory reading for anyone interested in the Irish Revolution. Dr Matthew Potter, curator of Limerick MuseumDuring the Irish Civil War, between the 15 and 20 July 1922, the Republican-held Strand Barracks in Limerick, on what is now Clancys Strand, came under constant ferocious attacks from Free State troops.They attacked the barracks repeatedly with armoured cars, and a non-stop bombardment of sniper, machine gun and mortar fire. All attempts to capture the barracks were resisted fiercely by the brave men inside. Finally, when everything else failed to dislodge these gallant men, the Free State turned an 18-pounder Artillery Gun on the barracks. This was the only time a siege gun was used in Limerick since the siege of 1691. The officer in charge was told to surrender the barracks or be held responsible for the loss of life. His response was "he would not surrender while he still had ammunition".This man was Captain Cornelius McNamara of A Company, 2nd Battalion, Mid-Limerick Brigade, but was known to his men as Connie Mackey. An intimate friend of the former Irish president Sean T. OKelly, Connie was part of a golden generation of unselfish Irishmen with high ideals who were prepared to risk and endure everything for the sake of their country and countrymen. This is his story.

The world is currently being kept in suspense by the America First policy. This means that decisions are now being made solely on gut instinct. As a result, long-term trends are being overlooked. For this reason, the book uses ancient trade history to highlight the opportunities offered by the new world.