military

Details the life of Oliver North explaining why he became involved in the "Iran-contra" affair and covert operations of the government.

The U.S. Navy SEALs are survivors of the toughest physical and mental training the military has to offer. Trained to become a SEAL just in time for Vietnam, Gormly served two tours of duty, as well as engaging in top secret missions in the Persian Gulf. Sharing his viewpoint and experiences, including a graphic description of SEAL action in the invasion of Grenada, he takes readers behind the myth of SEALs and reveals how their lives depend on their unprecedented expertise and unparalleled courage.

An account of the life and career of the National Security Council aide dismissed for his role in U.S. foreign policy operations.

Includes diary entries, personal letters, and archival photographs to describe the experiences of boys, sixteen years old or younger, who fought in the Civil War.

Describes the roles of slaves, soldiers, gladiators, and emperors in ancient Rome and discusses the dangers they faced.

Provides information on what it was like to be a soldier at different stages in world history, beginning with the Roman Empire in 50 A.D. and continuing through World War II, discussing what motivated the men to fight, and looking at issues such as camp food, weapons, and recruitment.

Provides information on what it was like to be a soldier at different stages in world history, beginning with the Roman Empire in 50 A.D. and continuing through World War II, discussing what motivated the men to fight, and looking at issues such as camp food, weapons, and recruitment.