American Military History: A Documentary Reader presents a comprehensive collection of primary documents relating to America's armed forces from the colonial period to the present.

Features documents which introduce key people, events, and turning points in American military history
Explores the importance of events not only in terms of military history, but also on a social and cultural level for the country at large
Includes an ancillary website featuring an online resource center, links to additional material, maps, and a glossary to aid instructors and students, available at http://www.ccis.edu/faculty/bdlookingbill/