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"The Army is the biggest and oldest branch of the U.S. military. It relies on highly trained soldiers to complete missions around the world. Learn about the roles of soldiers and their training, and get an inside look at the advanced equipment, vehicles, and weapons the Army uses. When duty calls, the Army is always ready to defend"--Provided by publisher.

"In this book, readers will learn about the U.S. Army, its history and importance, duties and special missions, and how it relates to and works with other branches of the U.S. Armed Forces"--Provided by publisher.

"A story about the challenging (and fun) changes a military family goes through when a parent is deployed. [A] family must learn to stretch and adapt as they find their new normal while Dad is gone. And once home again, they work through a mix of emotions as he settles back into the family frame"--Provided by publisher.