Describes the education and training it takes to become a fighter pilot, and provides information on aviation history, flight training, women pioneers such as Jackie Cochran who became the first female transatlantic bomber pilot, and more.
Presents a description of basic training in the American military, describing how the eight-week course imparts key physical, mental, and disciplinary skills to turn trainees into order-ready soldiers.
Provides historical background and detailed information on the Roman soldier's training, duties, weapons, armor, equipment, rations, daily life, battle tactics, and military discipline.