Wood, Alix

Military drones are often in the news. Readers will enhance their knowledge of this current topic as they discover the kinds of drones used as weapons in conflicts around the world. Detailed main text is presented alongside additional fact boxes and photographs to give readers a clear picture of the origins of military drones, as well as the technology used to develop these weapons and the ethical debates surrounding them. Examples of the way drones are used by the military are included, along with information about the ways militaries around the world are working to intercept these weapons.

Bombs, mines, and IEDs are important parts of modern warfare. Rreaders are introduced to the origins of these weapons and the advanced technology used to create them today.

Provides an introduction to the Navy, discussing the skills that are needed in order to protect the United States.

Provides an introduction to the Marine Corps, discussing the skills that are needed in order to protect the United States.

Provides an introduction to the Coast Guard, discussing the skills that are needed in order to protect the United States.

Provides an introduction to the army, discussing the skills that are needed in order to protect the United States.

Provides an introduction to the Air Force, discussing the skills that are needed in order to protect the United States.

Text and photographs explore the possibility of life on other planets.

Text and photographs explore the shape of Earth.

Looks at the history and technology of guided missiles, including the V-2, Sidewinder, and Patriot.