Tells the story of Operation OVERLORD which began on D-Day, June 6, 1944, when Allied troops, primarily the armed forces of the U.S. and the United Kingdom, landed in Normandy and embarked on a decisive assault against Hitler and the Nazi regime.
Discusses all of the major wars in which the United States has participated beginning with the American Revolution and concluding with the Gulf War of 1991.
Spotlights and describes ten types of firearms, from the American long rifle to the modern-day M16, explaining how these weapons helped shape the nation's history and reflect directly on its culture and society. Details the innovation that went in to creating these weapons and includes black-and-white photographs and illustrations.
Presents an investigation of the Roman army and its role in the expansion of the Roman Empire, discussing how the military changed over the years in appearance, fighting techniques, and effectiveness.
the forgotten epic story of World War II's most dramatic mission
Sides, Hampton
2001
Provides an account of the World War II mission undertaken by 121 select troops from the U.S. Army 6th Ranger Battalion in January 1945 to rescue 513 American and British prisoners, including survivors of the Bataan Death March, being held in a camp in the Philippines.
Explores modern Americans' views about war, addressing both sides of the issue and discussing how those views have been influenced by other aspects of pop culture.
Examines the history of the participation of African-American soldiers in American conflicts from the French and Indian Wars to the Gulf War and beyond; and discusses how negative racial stereotypes persisted despite their admirable service in the armed forces.
