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Interweaves excerpts from the BBC production of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" with dramatizations of hearings convened by the Un-American Activities Committee, the communist witch hunt that inspired the play.

Senator Edward M. Kennedy's dog, Champion Amigo's Seventh Wave, or Splash, introduces readers to Washington, D.C., as he follows the senator around for a day.

"The Navy's Sea, Air, and Land Forces (SEALs) became even more well known in 2011, after SEAL Team Six assassinated Osama bin Laden. However, this group of elite soldiers has been active since the 1960s. SEALs have been involved in special operations, reconnaissance, counterterrorism, and support all across the globe. This title gives readers a closer look at one of the U.S. military's most famous units, discussing its history, its missions, and what it takes to become a SEAL. Sidebars and full-color photographs give readers a look at this unit beyond the headlines"--.

"To whom does the U.S. military go when it needs a specially trained force to lead the way? The U.S. Army Rangers, of course! This elite, special ops force has been leading the way for other military units for hundreds of years. From the French and Indian War to the modern war on terrorism, Army Rangers have been called upon to enter dangerous territory to find essential information about the enemy. Rangers are trained for covert operations. They're adept at getting to hard-to-reach areas while carrying heavy packs, whether it's by boat, helicopter, or on foot. The text discusses the colorful history of the U.S. Army Rangers, famous Rangers, and what it's like training for the 75th Ranger Regiment. Amazing photographs of Rangers in action are sure to draw in readers"--.

Examines the history and achievements of the Tuskegee Airmen of World War Two, their struggle for racial equality, and their incredible service record escorting over two hundred bomber missions without losing one plane.

Looks at Immortals, Persian soldiers, and Navy SEALS and which could win in a fight.

Provides a brief overview of the training requirements, dangers, and day-to-day experiences associated with being an Apache helicopter pilot.

"Learn about Puerto Rico's 65th Regiment, one of the US Army's most decorated regiments. Author Talia Aikens-Nun?ez shares the history of these soldiers and the discrimination they faced as they served their country during the largest court martial of the Korean War"--Provided by publisher.

"A luxury train speeding towards Moscow and a date with destiny. A CIA plane downed in the jungles of the Golden Triangle. A Nazi hoard entombed in the remote mountains of South-West Poland. A missing treasure, the eighth wonder of the world, lost for seven decades. One Russian magnate's dream of restoring a nation to greatness has set in motion a chain of events which will take the world to the brink of chaos. Only Frances Coffey, the CIA's most legendary spymaster, can prevent it. But to do so, she needs someone special. Enter Argylle, a troubled agent with a tarnished past who may just have the skills to take on one of the most powerful men in the world. If only he can save himself first"--.

Contains a collection of 300 quotes by Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg that are taken from interviews, speeches, court opinions, dissents, and other sources from her career as a lawyer and justice on the Supreme Court.