Essential library of the us military

"Each branch of the US armed forces has a unique job to do and important contributions to make. This title highlights the history and achievements of the US National Guard. Easy-to-read, engaging text explores the military branch's key missions and important roles in protecting the United States. Learn about cutting-edge technology and weapons, and discover what it is like to join the US National Guard and have a career as a soldier. Well-placed sidebars, vivid photos, helpful maps, abundant charts, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of the topic. Additional features include a table of contents, a selected bibliography, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.

"Each branch of the US armed forces has a unique job to do and important contributions to make. This title highlights the history and achievements of the US Army. Easy-to-read, engaging text explores the military branch's key missions and important roles in protecting the United States. Learn about cutting-edge technology and weapons, and discover what it is like to join the US Army and have a career as a soldier. Well-placed sidebars, vivid photos, helpful maps, abundant charts, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of the topic. Additional features include a table of contents, a selected bibliography, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.

"Each branch of the US armed forces has a unique job to do and important contributions to make. This title highlights the history and achievements of the US Air Force. Easy-to-read, engaging text explores the military branch's key missions and important roles in protecting the United States. Learn about cutting-edge technology and weapons, and discover what it is like to join the US Air Force and have a career as an airman. Well-placed sidebars, vivid photos, helpful maps, abundant charts, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of the topic. Additional features include a table of contents, a selected bibliography, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.

Provides information on the U.S. Navy, covering the rescue operation after the tsunami of December 26, 2004, the history of the navy, vessels, navy careers, special forces, and life in the Navy.

Provides information on the U.S. Marine Corps, covering the raising of the flag at Iwo Jima, the history of the Marine Corps, missions, becoming a marine, career opportunities, and life in the Marines.

Provides information on the U.S. Coast Guard, covering their origins, the fleet, maritime safety, security, and stewardship, training, and life in the Coast Guard.