soldiers

Chronicles the history of the soldier from the early Greeks to the American soldier in the Gulf War, examining changes in weaponry and military tactics.

Examines the day-to-day life and experiences of a soldier in Ancient Greece. Includes a glossary of terms and a brief chronology of major military events from 498 B.C. to 336 B.C.

Suzy spends her year in first grade waiting for her father, who is serving in Vietnam, and when the postcards stop coming, she worries that he will never make it home.

After watching an enemy for a very long time during an endless war, a soldier finally creeps out into the night to the other man's hole and is surprised by what he finds there.

A woman reminisces about her neighbor's son who was the object of a letter writing campaign by some fourth-graders when he went away to war in 1943.

Explores the circumstances of African-Americans who fought in the Civil War, including slaves, free southerners, and northerners.

In Cosham, England, in 1917, Darling, a mischievous collie, must leave the children who love her when she is chosen for training as a mercy dog, seeking out injured soldiers on the battlefield and leading medics to them.

Readers are introduced to the United States Marine Corps with intriguing facts and accessible language.

Members of the Air Force protect the United States high above the ground. Mesmerizing color photographs show the pilots in action. Engaging text explains the training soldiers undertake and the missions they go on.

Young readers will meet the fearless soldiers who serve our country, and also get an inside look at how they train for, and carry out, their dangerous missions. From rescuing hostages to capturing terrorists, no job is too tough for SEAL Team Six.Large, full-color photos and dramatic real-life stories will keep kids turning the pages to learn more.