navy

Provides an overview of the design, use, weapons, and equipment of U.S. Navy aircraft carriers. Presented in English and Spanish (bilingual).

Provides an overview of the design, uses, weapons, and equipment of U.S. Navy submarines. Presented in English and Spanish (bilingual).

"Readers learn about . . . [the] history [of the US Navy,] the types of missions its members do, and the equipment and training these missions require"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the life of Michelle Howard, a four-star Admiral in the U.S. Navy.

"Learn about the different jobs in the U.S. Navy and what it takes to be a sailor."--Provided by publisher.

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

Chronicles the experiences of forty Americans who hid from the Japanese in the mountains of the central Philippines at the end of World War II and recounts the daring rescue mission attempted by the submarine Crevalle.

"The Vietnam War is raging, the US Navy has only recently begun the process of integration, and the country is reeling from racial turmoil and unrest. So why does C?sar, a street-tough kid of Afro-Cuban descent, enlist in the navy? He is on the run from a life of crime and from Mr. Mike, a charismatic, sociopathic gangster who was once a mentor but has now turned on him. Escaping into a navy wrestling with its history of racism and sexism, C?sar soon sees the absurdity of certain prejudices that seem as old as the US Armed Forces. When he is deployed aboard the USS Kitty Hawk, racial tensions are high and are moving quickly toward violence. Through it all, C?sar's ever-growing sense of honor and self-worth force him to make moral decisions he never knew he was capable of. It's a fortitude he will desperately need"--Provided by publisher.

There are dozens of notable figures who started their careers with the U.S. Navy, including Presidents George H.W. Bush and John F. Kennedy. Many young people who spend time on the water also feel the pull toward service in the Navy. This title offers a unique perspective on military service, giving readers a look at both the rich history of the Navy and the bright future of the branch. Aspiring sailors will be excited by full-color images and sidebars on important figures and potential career paths.

"The Navy's Sea, Air, and Land Forces (SEALs) became . . . well known in 2011, after SEAL Team Six assassinated Osama bin Laden. However, this group of elite soldiers has been active since the 1960s. SEALs have been involved in special operations, reconnaissance, counterterrorism, and support all across the globe. This title gives readers a closer look at one of the U.S. military's most famous units, discussing its history, its missions, and what it takes to become a SEAL"--Provided by publisher.