Fully indexed and illustrated, this two-volume encyclopedia closely examines Canada's military heritage from the first Viking raids along the coast of Newfoundland in the year 1000 to the peacekeeping patrols in the former Republic of Yugoslavia and East Timor in the year 2000.

Centered around a comprehensive historical timeline, Canada at War and Peace, provides a wealth of personal insights into the triumphs and tragedies of war. The chronological organization and A-Z index make this a valuable research tool, covering the three major aspects - political, social, and military - of the conflicts in which Canada has participated.