armed forces

"Some of the most important roles in American life have been filled by people born outside the United States. Immigrants have served in the military since the Civil War. Some immigrants have made fortunes and given them away-to create libraries, fund after-school programs, and protect citizens' civil rights. Still others have held political office or served our nation as ambassadors or-literally-rocket scientists. Here are 25 immigrants who have served our nation in these and other important ways"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs describe the work of the five branches of the United States military, including the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy; and discusses the equipment and vehicles they use.

Hegseth writes about and compiles the stories of American soldiers.

"Provides a brief history of the Anglo-American Baseball League and armed forces baseball played in England, France and the United States during the Great War."--Provided by publisher.

Text and illustrations look at military robots and explore technological advances used by the military.

"In 'The Greatest Medal of Honor Stories Ever Told,' editor Tom McCarthy has pulled together some . . . writings about heroes awarded the highest military honor that capture readers imaginations. The one thing the heroes in this collection have in common--from the bloody battlefields of the Civil War through the lonely mountains of Afghanistan--is uncommon valor"--Provided by publisher.

The military relies on computer systems for all sorts of tasks, including communication, data analysis, geospatial analysis, decision-making, weapons control, simulation, testing, and administration. Many of these systems are coded by enlisted members of the military or by outside contractors hired by the military. This cool volume introduces readers to the types of coding jobs available in the military today and in the future, and explores the types of technologies that military coders employ. Using vivid photographs, primary examples, and professional advice, it provides an outlet for budding coders in the military field and ensures they are prepared to tackle the future of the coding industry.

Presents ten true stories of some brave soldiers, sailors, and airmen who risked their lives on D-Day, June 6, 1944, including glider pilot Pete Buckley, Army medic "Woody" Woodson, and First Sergeant Leonard "Bud" Lomell and Staff Sergeant Jack Kuhn.

"Meet a few of the heroes of our armed forces in this beautifully illustrated picture book, written in rhyming verse"--.

Explores the timeline of African American military milestones.