Dictionary of Military Terms is the most comprehensive international reference guide to the language of warfare and of military institutions to be published since World War II. Concise definitions of more than 2,500 terms that would be encountered in a reading of military literature—from ancient times to the nuclear age—provide valuable information for military professionals as well as students and armchair historians.

Covering official designations, nicknames, and battlefield tactics, the volume alphabetically lists terms from all aspects of military and naval affairs—including strategy, tactics, weapons, fortifications, organizations, ranks, and administration. Dictionary of Military Terms strictly emphasizes the military meaning and derivation of terms, including those that enjoy popular usage.