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Presents the author's first-hand account of his time as an American in Israel's army of occupation.

Truman K. Gibson Jr. recounts his involvement in the struggle for racial justice, describing his efforts to end segregation in the armed forces and gain equal rights for African-Americans.

A guide to preparing for the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), featuring a review of the qualifying test and all technical subtests, test-taking strategies, over ninety-five practice questions, and three full-length practice tests with explained answers.

"Describes the four branches of the U.S. Military, breaking them down by the numbers"--.

True stories relate the experiences of American war veterans.

"An introduction to what the US Marine Corps is, what recruits do, and jobs soldiers could learn. Includes descriptions of missions to do recon in Afghanistan and to save Americans trapped in unrest in the Middle East"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction to what the US Coast Guard is, what recruits do, and jobs soldiers could learn. Includes descriptions of missions to rescue a sailor in a storm and directing boat traffic after the 9/11 attacks on New York City"--Provided by publisher.

Recounts the experiences of American military nurses serving overseas during World War II.