Books with title World War I: Frontline Soldiers and Their Families

In the summer of 1914, life changed dramatically for millions of people. Europe was plunged into a devastating war that persisted for more than 4 years. This conflict, called the Great War or World War I, didn't just change the lives of the millions of soldiers who fought in it. It also had a big impact on families and children far from the frontline. Loved ones were often separated for long, difficult periods of time. This powerful volume explains the toll of the war through perceptive text, historical photographs, and insightful primary sources.

The American Civil War began in 1861 when a group of Southern states voted to secede. At that point, no one knew what a heavy toll the ensuing war would have on both sides of the conflict. Not only did more than 850,000 die, but millions more would suffer in other ways. Families of soldiers were left behind, just hoping to see their loved ones again. This indispensable book provides important facts about the war as well as critical information about its impact on family life. Abundant primary sources and a timeline enhance the volume's text, photographs, and beautiful design.

The war in Afghanistan, a conflict that continues to rage on more than a decade after it began, has changed the lives of many families both in the country itself and in the many nations that have sent soldiers to fight there, including the United States and Canada. Readers of this notable volume will learn why this war began as well as its wide-reaching consequences. Photographs and other primary sources will further enlighten about the current conflict. This commendable text contains essential content for any classroom or library concerned with keeping readers informed about current events.