airmen

"Learn about the different jobs in the U.S. Air Force and what it takes to be an airman"--Provided by publisher.

"It's 1942, and London remains under constant threat of enemy attack as the Second World War rages on. In the Bethnal Green neighborhood, Nellie Morris counts every day that she emerges from the underground shelters unharmed, her loving family still surrounding her. Three years into the war, she's grateful to hold on to remnants of normalcy. . . . After a chance encounter with Ray, an American airman stationed nearby, Nellie becomes enchanted with the idea of a broader world. Just when Nellie begins to embrace an exciting new life with Ray, a terrible incident occurs during an air raid one evening, and the consequences are catastrophic. As the truth about that night is revealed, Nellie's world is torn apart. When it seems all hope is lost, Nellie finds that, against all odds, love and happiness can triumph"--Provided by publisher.

Conquering the air is one of humankind's greatest achievements, and young readers who want to defend the skies can find a welcoming home in the U.S. Air Force. However, it can be difficult for young women and men to prepare for a career around aircraft without specialized training or a college education. This title offers a look into the many jobs available in the Air Force-beyond piloting-and gives readers a head start by providing historical background as well as sidebars on hot topics for the future of the great blue yonder.

"A picture book biography on Alton Yates, a Black man who served in the Air Force in the 1950s and contributed to key research on flight safety for pilots and passengers. After returning home, Alton dedicated his life to standing against Jim Crow and fighting for racial equality"--Provided by publisher.

"The National Security Act of 1947 created the Department of the Air Force, but the US Air Force's history began well before that. Originally part of the army, the US Air Force began as the US Army Signal Corps in 1907. Since then, the branch has progressed greatly, constantly using the latest technology. Through accessible text and eye-catching photographs, readers of this engaging volume learn all about the US Air Force, past and present, and get to take a look at the many amazing aircraft the branch has used throughout history"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces young readers to the history, purpose, people, technology, and important missions of the U.S. Air Force.

The National Security Act of 1947 created the Department of the Air Force, but the U.S. Air Force's history began well before that. The U.S. Air Force began as the U.S. Army Signal Corps in 1907. Since then, the branch has progressed greatly, constantly using the latest technology. Through accessible text and eye-catching photographs, readers learn about the U.S. Air Force, past and present. They'll take a look at the many amazing aircraft the branch has used throughout history.

"In this book, readers will learn about the U.S. Air Force, 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.

"Real life stories in this book about careers in the air force will help you picture whether one of these jobs is for you. Learn about the many careers the air force offers and the skills needed to make you the candidate with the right stuff"--Provided by publisher.

"The story of three downed British airmen who mastermind an elaborate, rollicking escape from a WWI German POW camp"--Provided by publisher.