From messengers on foot to carrier pigeons to satellites and Blackberries, methods of military communication have evolved side-by-side with technological breakthroughs. Indeed, military necessity has often been the motivating factor behind communication advances (such as the Internet) that were later adapted for civilian purposes.
Christopher H. Sterling, PhD, is professor of media and public affairs at The George Washington University, Washington, DC, and the editor of Communication Booknotes Quarterly. He has edited or authored 20 books on media and telecommunications policy and history.
"A useful book for collections with a military emphasis, this specialized reference work will also find a home in special libraries, research centers, and media outlets." - ARBA "Recommended for academic and large public libraries." - Booklist "Recommended. Lower-level undergraduates through faculty/researchers; general readers." - Choice "it is recommended for medium to large public libraries and individuals with large military history collections." - Library Journal "The book belongs in the collections of large libraries and of any that specialize in military affairs." - Reference & User Services Quarterly
"A useful book for collections with a military emphasis, this specialized reference work will also find a home in special libraries, research centers, and media outlets." - ARBA "Recommended for academic and large public libraries." - Booklist "Recommended. Lower-level undergraduates through faculty/researchers; general readers." - Choice "it is recommended for medium to large public libraries and individuals with large military history collections." - Library Journal "The book belongs in the collections of large libraries and of any that specialize in military affairs." - Reference & User Services Quarterly
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