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Armed Services
Adam Sutherland - Lerner Publishing Group
Format: Print book
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From the might of the navy and skill of the air force to the bravery of the troops that fight on the ground, make sure the armed services are on your radar!Inside you'll find these features:Day in the LifeRead the fascinating diary of a soldier in Afghanistan.Top That!Get the stats... |
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F-14 Tomcats (Military Machines)
Jack David - Torque
Format: Illustrated
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The F-14 Tomcat was the pride of the United States Navy for over thirty years. Students will discover the technology behind this jet fighter that made it such an effective weapon. |
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F-22 Raptors
Derek Zobel - Bellwether Media
Format: Library Binding
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The F-22 Raptor might be the most advanced fighter plane in the world. Using stealth technology, it can carry out ground attack missions, electronic warfare missions, and dominate the skies. Students will discover the weapons and technology that allow the F-22 Raptor to complete these missions... |
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Fighter Pilots: Life at Mach Speed (Extreme Careers)
Allison Stark Draper - Rosen Publishing Group; 1 edition
Format: Library Binding
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Provides information on the men and women who risk their lives by flying fighter planes and the training it takes to prepare for this career. |
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The Kids' Guide to Military Vehicles
Lisa M. Bolt Simons - Edge Books
Format: Print book
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''Describes a wide range of military vehicles, including wheeled and tracked vehicles, ships, airplanes, and unmanned vehicles''--Provided by publisher.Title: The Kids' Guide to Military VehiclesAuthor: Simons, Lisa M. BoltPublisher: Capstone Pr IncPublication Date:... |
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Life on a Submarine
Mark Harasymiw - Gareth Stevens Publishing
Format: Paperback
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Few people could imagine living in an enclosed tight space for months at a timebut that's just what those who serve in the navy on submarines do. They travel thousands of miles underwater on missions and become experts on all the systems that make submarines amazing and sometimes dangerous... |
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Military Airplanes
Melissa Abramovitz - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding
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The military uses airplanes to fight battles from the air. Read to find out about the militarys defenses in the sky. |
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Military Amphibious Vehicles
Barbara Alpert - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding
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The military uses amphibious vehicles to take troops and supplies onto shore. Read to find out about the militarys land and water vehicles. |
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Military Drones
Daniel R Faust - PowerKids Press
Format: Library Binding
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When most people think of drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) , they likely think of the military. Militaries have been using drones since the 1990s, and new developments in drone technology are being discovered every day. Readers get a crash course in military drones... |
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Military Ships
Barbara Alpert - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding
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The military uses ships to fight battles and carry troops. Read to find out about the militarys defenses at sea. |
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Military Technology (New Technology)
Ian Graham - Smart Apple Media
Format: Library Binding
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This abundantly illustrated yet slim volume in the New Technology series looks at the latest developments in weapons and intelligence-gathering technologies. Brief chapters discuss aviation, land warfare, warships and submarines, intelligence, nonlethal weapons, and space weapons. Body... |
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Military Trucks
Melissa Abramovitz - Capstone Press
Format: Book
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The military uses trucks to deliver troops and supplies. Read to find out about the militarys tough, trusty trucks. |
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Pararescuemen
Mark A. Harasymiw - Gareth Stevens Publishing
Format: Print book
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Book annotation not available for this title.Title: PararescuemenAuthor: Harasymiw, M. AlexanderPublisher: Publication Date: 2012/01/01Number of Pages: 32Binding Type: LIBRARYLibrary of Congress: 2011037102 |
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SEAL Team Six: Battling Terrorism Worldwide
John Micklos - Capstone Press
Format: Print book
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SEAL Team 6 was formed in 1980 to help combat the growing threat of global terrorism and to better handle situations such as the failed attempt to rescue American hostages in Iran earlier that year. They've played an important part in many U.S. special ops missions. Infographics, sidebars,... |
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Special Forces
Adam Sutherland - Lerner Publishing Group
Format: Book
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The world's most dangerous missons are carried out by elite fighting crews--the special forces. Make sure they are on your radar!Inside you'll find these features:Read All about It:Discover the dramatic story behind the Osama bin Laden mission.Top Five:Read about the world's... |
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Submarines
Tim Cooke - Smart Apple Media
Format: Book
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Submarines lurk unseen beneath the waves. They circle the globe, even sailing beneath the North Pole. This silent patrol can be deadly. Modern submarines are launch platforms for long-range missiles that can be armed with nuclear warheads. But sailing under the water places unique demands... |
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Tanks and Military Vehicles
Rob Colson - Powerkids Pr
Format: Print book
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An introduction to the world's most popular high-performance vehicles. Each title features all the information about a specific type of vehicle, from early and classic models to the latest high-tech machines. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. |
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U.S. Army by the Numbers (Military by the Numbers)
Lisa M. Bolt Simons - Capstone Press
Format: Illustrated
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How many bullets are in an Abrams tank machine gun? How many chemical attacks can an M40 series gas mask withstand? And what percentage of soldiers make it through the grueling training to become Army Special Forces members? Find the answers to these questions and discover many more amazing... |
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U.S. Army Special Operations
Michael Green - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding
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Presents the U.S. Army Special Operations Command, including the various sub-groups, their history, missions, training, and equipment. |
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The U.S. Military: Defending the Nation (Dangerous Jobs)
Lissette Gonzalez - Powerkids Pr
Format: August 16
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Kids who dream of the action-filled life in the U.S. military will be drawn to this book and its dynamic photos and at-level text. Theyll build their vocabularies as they learn of the dangers and attractions of the job and how to prepare for a career in the field. |
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U.S. Navy Special Forces SEAL Teams
Michael Burgan - Capstone Press
Format: Library Binding
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Introduces the United States Navy Special Forces known as SEALs, describing their mission, history, and the equipment they use. |
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Weapons, Gear, and Uniforms of the Iraq War
Shelley Tougas - Capstone Press
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During the Iraq War, U.S. soldiers used the most advanced weapons and equipment available. However, the Iraqis fought a long insurgency with more primitive weapons and gear. Find out about the amazing weapons, advanced gear, and unique uniforms used by U.S. and Iraqi forces. |
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Weapons, Gear, and Uniforms of the Vietnam War
Shelley Tougas - Capstone Press
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In the Vietnam War, the North Vietnamese couldnt match the United States superior weapons and equipment. Instead, the Viet Cong fought with homemade weapons and used jungle tactics. Learn all about the powerful weapons, unique gear, and uniforms used by U.S. and Vietnamese forces. |
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Weapons, Gear, and Uniforms of World War I
Eric Fein - Edge Books
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World War I was one of the messiest and bloodiest wars ever seen. Soldiers often fought from trenches and used gas warfare, grenades, and machine guns. The war also saw great advancements in vehicles and other tools of war. Learn about the uniforms, amazing weapons, and unique gear used... |
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Who Were the Tuskegee Airmen?
SHERRI L SMITH - Penguin Workshop
Format: Paperback
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It's up, up, and away with the Tuskegee Airmen, a heroic group of African American military pilots who helped the United States win World War II.During World War II, black Americans were fighting for their country and for freedom in Europe, yet they had to endure a totally segregated... |
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