"In 1789, George Washington became the first president of the United States. He has been called the father of our country for leading America through its early years. Washington also served in two major wars during his lifetime: the French and Indian War and the American Revolution"--Amazon.com.

Follows Napoleon Bonaparte from his origins as a lowly soldier to his rise to military power and his conquest of Europe.

Traces the life of the French nobleman who fought for democracy in revolutions in both the United States and France.

A study of the life and character of the brilliant Revolutionary War general who deserted to the British for money.

Describes the lives and times of Hannibal, Julius Caesar, and Cleopatra.

A biography of Julius Caesar, who is famous for conquering Gaul and making himself ruler of the Roman world.

A biography of the controversial commander of the Third Army in World War II.

A simple biography of the general who commanded the Southern Army during the Civil War.

Describes the life and accomplishments of Alexander the Great of Macedonia.

Relates the life story of the commander general of the Allied forces in Europe in World War II, who became the thirty-fourth President of the United States.