Traces the history of Europe from the fall of the Roman Empire in the late fifth century to the Viking invasions of the ninth and tenth centuries.

Discusses feudalism, chivalry, clothing and weaponry, practices of war, the Crusades, tournaments and other aspects of the lives of noble soldiers of the Middle Ages.

This book discusses life among Civil War soldiers and cavalry, including joining up, uniforms and rifles, training and discipline, and more.

"Describes disgusting details about daily life in ancient Rome, including housing, food, and sanitation"