An American farm boy and a German city boy grow up to fulfill their dreams of becoming pilots. When World War II breaks out, they have a remarkable meeting in the skies over Germany. On December 20, 1943, a German pilot escorted an American bomber to safety; this remarkable, secret meeting in the sky inspired a lifelong quest to reunite as the two former enemies became friends.
Inspired by the life of World War II spy Virginia Hall, this biographical tale highlights her many facets and adventurous spirit.
A high-interest introduction to the size, speed, and purpose of one of the world’s largest aircraft carriers, including a brief history and what the future holds for the Nimitz Aircraft Carrier.
A fundamental exploration of armored vehicles, including their speed and carrying capacity, history of development, armor and other features, and famous models from around the world.
A fundamental exploration of battleships, including their size and firepower, history of development, gun turrets and other features, and famous models from around the world.
A fundamental exploration of aircraft carriers, including their size and carrying capacity, history of development, flight decks and other features, and famous models from around the world.
A fundamental exploration of tanks, including their size and firepower, history of development, crawler tracks and other features, and famous models from around the world.
A fundamental exploration of bombers, including their speed and carrying capacity, history of development, targeting systems and other features, and famous models from around the world.
A fundamental exploration of fighter jets, including their speed and maneuverability, history of development, cockpits and other features, and famous models from around the world.
A fundamental exploration of military helicopters, including their uses and carrying capacity, history of development, rotors and other features, and famous models from around the world.
A fundamental exploration of submarines, including their size and diving ability, history of development, periscopes and other features, and famous models from around the world.
