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Title:

Pararescue jumpers / Lee Slater.

Author:

Slater, Lee, 1969- author.

ISBN:

9781624039720

Personal Author:

Slater, Lee, 1969- author.

Physical Description:

32 pages : illustrations, maps ; 21 cm.

Content Type:

text

Media Type (RDA):

unmediated

Carrier Type:

volume

Series:

Special ops

Special ops.

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

On the scene during Hurricane Katrina -- Before the pararescue jumpers -- A game changer -- Blackie's Gang -- Pararescue is born -- The pipeline -- Train like a PJ -- Pipeline courses -- Camaraderie & traditions -- Vehicles & gear -- The most decorated PJ -- The future of the pararescue jumpers -- Timeline -- Extreme facts -- Glossary.

Corporate Subject:

United States. Air Force -- Parachute troops -- Juvenile literature.

United States. Air Force -- Search and rescue operations -- Juvenile literature.

Subject Term:

Search and rescue operations -- Juvenile literature.

Special forces (Military science) -- United States -- Juvenile literature.

Format:

Books

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Library	Item Barcode	Shelf Number	Status
Searching... LeRoy - Woodward Memorial Library	0550178	J358.4141 SLAT	Searching... Unknown

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Summary

This title introduces readers to Pararescue Jumpers. Engaging text exploresthe Pararescue Jumpers's history, key missions, role in the US military, major accomplishments, required training, weapons, gear, technology, and other fascinating information. Qualifications needed to become a Pararescue Jumper, training such as the Pararescue Physical Ability and Stamina Test and the Pipeline, the life of a Pararescue Jumper, andcutting-edge technology and weapons are covered.Sidebars, infographics, action photos, maps, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and extreme facts.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Reviews (1)

School Library Journal Review

Gr 3-5-Focusing on lesser-known U.S. military units, this series is fascinating and informative. A riveting introductory narrative starts each volume and puts readers right into the action, then whisks them through each special force's history and purpose. Each unit's training regimen is explained in great detail, shedding light on the physical stamina, strong fortitude, and intelligence required of the men in these positions. Jaw-dropping facts-Delta Force estimates that more than 90 percent of Delta Force recruits drop out during the selection process-as well as time lines and each unit's insignia, provide readers with a wealth of information. The sharp photos, several of which show these brave individuals in action, further illustrate the elite nature of these military forces. VERDICT Readers will be hard-pressed to put these down. © Copyright 2016. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.