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Hideouts and Training Camps

David Baker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941294

Explores places where terrorists hide and recruit, why they lead very secret lives, and some of the high-tech responses since 9/11.

Submarines At Sea

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941089

Explores the most complex and lethal weapon ever devised that can lurk in the ocean, travel swiftly and silently, and deliver sudden, crushing blows to an opponent.

Biological, Nuclear, and Chemical Weapons

David Baker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941324

This book takes a look at the biological, nuclear, and chemical weapons that are known to be weapons of mass destruction, the history of human conflict, and how warriors have sought the best weapons for the most effective means of winning.

Frigates At Sea

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941072

Explores the smallest of the surface combatants that were used in The Cold War mainly for escort vessels for groups of naval ships and battle forces.

Destroyers At Sea

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941065

Explores the lightly armored US Navy destroyers that can hunt submarines and are equipped to attack or defend against warships, aircraft, mines and onshore threats. Threats.

Battleships At Sea

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941034

Explores what was once the most feared and famous warship carrying powerful guns and filled with more armor than any other warship.

Coast Guard Cutters At Sea

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941041

Explores the Coast Guard vessels used in a variety of missions and activities.

Cruisers At Sea

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941058

Explores large missile cruisers that are multi-mission warships with modern weapons - loaded with cruise missiles and the capacity to attack multiple targets.

Aircraft Carriers At Sea

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941010

Explores the world's largest warships, centerpieces of the Navy's combat forces, providing a mobile airbase for various types of US aircraft.

Amphibious Assault Ships

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941027

Explores assault ships - big, broad-decked warships - and the link between water and land.

Super Hornet

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781621693697

This book discusses how the Super Hornet F/A-18 E/F is the U.S. Navy's newest and best multi-role fighter aircraft.

F15 Eagle

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781621693680

This book discusses how the F-15 Eagles are used for long distance and reconnaissance missions by the United States Air Force.

HH-60 Pave Hawk

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781621693703

This book discusses how the HH-60 Pave Hawks are used for long distance and reconnaissance missions by the United States Air Force.

B-1B Lancer

Lynn Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606941096

Exploring the sleek mainstay of the long-range bomber force that is designed to reach a bombing target rapidly anywhere in the world.

Research Professionals

J. P. Miller (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643889

Gathering information is a very important part of having a working military. There are many careers in the United States military that require expert knowledge and planning. In Careers in the US Military: Research Professionals, this high-interest nonfiction book for young readers, you'll learn about these jobs and what it takes to be great at them, including stories from military members themselves.

Medical Workers

J. P. Miller (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643858

What is life like for medical professionals in the military? There are many careers in the United States military that keep others healthy and well. In Careers in the US Military: Medical Workers, this high-interest nonfiction book for young readers, you'll learn about these jobs and what it takes to be great at them, including stories from military members themselves.

Tradespeople

J. P. Miller (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643841

Trades such as transportation and construction take on a whole new importance in the military. There are many careers in the United States military that require these important skills. In Careers in the US Military: Tradespeople, this high-interest nonfiction book for young readers, you'll learn about these jobs and what it takes to be great at them, including stories from military members themselves!

Service Providers

J. P. Miller (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643896

Did you know that the United States military has its own chefs, gyms, and even sports teams? People in military service provider careers help keep spirits high. They work night and day to make life better for other people in their unit. Do you have what it takes to be a Service Provider? In Careers in the US Military: Service Providers, this high-interest nonfiction book for young readers, you'll learn about these jobs and what it takes to be great at them, including stories from military members themselves.

Combat Experts

J. P. Miller (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643872

Combat is a big part of the military, but it’s more than just fighting on the front lines. There are many careers in the United States military that put experts at the heart of battles. In Careers in the US Military: Combat Experts, this high-interest nonfiction book for young readers, you'll learn about these jobs and what it takes to be great at them, including stories from military members themselves.

Technical Professionals

J. P. Miller (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643865

Having special sets of skills is a huge part of having a working military. Many jobs require years of education on top of military training. In Careers in the US Military: Technical Professionals, this high-interest nonfiction book for young readers, you'll learn about these jobs and what it takes to be great at them, including stories from military members themselves.

Vietnam War Memorial

Jennifer Burrows

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606944240

Learn detailed information about the Vietnam War Memorial and basic history of this war.

War Torn

Linden McNeilly (author), Giuliano Aloisi (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918754

A class project opens a girls eyes to the issues surrounding U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War when she meets a military veteran.

Fort Sumter

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301053

This book explains the construction and significance of Fort Sumter, a national monument and symbol of the Civil War.

World War I Memorial

Maureen Robins

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606944271

Detailed descriptions about the World War I Memorial explore basic history about this war.

World War II Memorial

Maureen Robins

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1606944282

Learn detailed information about the World War II Memorial and basic history about this war.