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Lyons, Michael J. was born on October 2, 1930 in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States. Son of Harold J. and Irene E. (Mongan) Lyons.
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For courses on World War II, Military History, and 20th Century Europe. Highly regarded for its concise clarification of the complexities of World War II, this book illuminates the origins, course, and long-range effects of the war. It provides a balanced account that analyzes both the European and Pacific theaters of operations and the connections between them. The Fifth Edition incorporates new material based on the latest scholarship, offering updated conclusions on key topics and expanded coverage throughout.
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( For courses on World War II, Military History, and 20t...)
For courses on World War II, Military History, and 20th Century Europe. Highly regarded for its concise clarification of the complexities of World War II, this book illuminates the origins, course, and long-range effects of the war. It provides a balanced account that analyzes both the European and Pacific theaters of operations and the connections between them. The Fifth Edition incorporates new material based on the latest scholarship, offering updated conclusions on key topics and expanded coverage throughout.
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Lyons, Michael J. was born on October 2, 1930 in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States. Son of Harold J. and Irene E. (Mongan) Lyons.
Bachelor, University of Minnesota, 1954; Master of Arts, University of Minnesota, 1963; Doctor of Philosophy, University of Minnesota, 1969.
Assistant professor, Wisconsin State University, Whitewater, 1968-1970; professor department history, North Dakota State University, Fargo, 1972-1993; chair department history, North Dakota State University, Fargo, 1972-1989; professor emeritus, North Dakota State University, Fargo, since 1993.
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Sergeant United States Air Force, 1951-1952. Member Northern Great Plains History Conference (Board of Governors 1972-1992).
Married Joan L. Rasmusen, June 28, 1957. Children: Michael, Mary, Nancy.