The Military History of the Third World Since 1945: A Reference Guide

This reference guide concentrates on the most important military trends in the Third World since 1945. Designed for students and history buffs, it is useful for beginning research on different countries and regions and for examining the most significant military events for the United States and the world over the last 50 years. Figures and tables provide up-to-date data in succinct form. The factual information has been collected from many sources which are not always easily accessible. An appendix points to key events, and a short bibliography notes significant government documents, reference materials and useful books on the subject.