Royal Warriors: A Military History of the British Monarchy

War is the trade of Kings - John Dryden

• An opportunity for Royal Watchers and Military Buffs to re-examine their heroes
• Monarchs featured include Boadicea, Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, Henry V, Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, Edward VIII and Richard the Lionheart
• Full coverage of WWI & WWII - and how George VI led Britain through these times
• Controversial - Reveals spinelessness an villainy of supposed heroes such as Henry V and Charles I

This is an opportunity for Royal Watchers and Military Buffs to re-examine their heroes.War and monarchy are two of the most important and resonant topics in British History. This exciting new book explores the role that Kings and Queens have played in war, and how war has shaped the monarchy. Aimed explicitly at the general reader, the book delves into the truth behind the myths, and uncovers some fascinating facts about iconic soldier kings and queens. Dealing with more than just history, the book is contemporary, examining the future of the monarchy, the current Princes in service and the secrets of Edward VIII.

Charles Carlton is a professor at North Carolina State University and is an expert in both war and the Monarchy. He is the author of eleven books including with Going to the Wars, (Routledge 1994) which became the basis for a BBC television documentary.

"War is the trade of kings" John Dryden.

War and monarchy are two of the most important and resonant topics in British History. This exciting new book explores the role that kings and queens have played in war, and how war has shaped the monarchy. Aimed explicitly at the general reader, the book delves into the truth behind the myths, and uncovers some fascinating facts about our iconic soldier kings and queens.

Royal Warriors

delves into the secrets of War and Monarchy, two key themes in British history. Charles Carlton uncovers fascinating facts about our iconic soldier kings and queens, and at the same time offers a unique and gripping account of the history of the British Isles.

Royal watchers and lovers of military history are offered an opportunity to re-examine their perception of popular figures such as William the Conqueror and Henry V, and discover the unique role they played in British history.

Charles Carlton is a Professor at North Carolina State University. He is an expert in both war and the Monarchy, having published widely on royalty and military affairs, as well as having worked with the BBC and Channel Four.

I The Trade of Kings

II A Fatal Day to England

III With Grace and Might of Chivalry

IV No other aim or thought than war

V To threaten bold presumptuous kings with war

VI And he marched them down again

VII Looking them in the face