Nardo Don. Ancient Egypt

Lucent Books, 2003. — 112 p. — (The History of Weapons and Warfare). — ISBN-10 9781590180662, ISBN-13 978-1590180662.For more than two thousand years ancient Egypt was one of the world?s great powers, able to field large, well-equipped armies and conquer neighboring lands. Covered here are the weapons and battle tactics that helped the Egyptians rise to greatness, including the war chariot and composite bow, highlights of pivotal battles, and an analysis of why the Egyptian military declined.Introduction. Fighting to Keep the Dark Forces at Bay.
Early Egyptian Weapons and Warfare.
The New Kingdom and Chariot Warfare.
Military Service and Organization.
Borders, Fortifications, and Sieges.
Egypt's Military Zenith: The Battle of Kadesh.
Warships and the Defeat of the Sea Peoples.
Epilogue. Decline of the Egyptian Military.