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.
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.
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.
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.
Explores what was once the most feared and famous warship carrying powerful guns and filled with more armor than any other warship.
Explores the Coast Guard vessels used in a variety of missions and activities.
Explores large missile cruisers that are multi-mission warships with modern weapons - loaded with cruise missiles and the capacity to attack multiple targets.
Explores the world's largest warships, centerpieces of the Navy's combat forces, providing a mobile airbase for various types of US aircraft.
Explores assault ships - big, broad-decked warships - and the link between water and land.
Follows the history of the largest and bloodiest battle ever fought on American soil to Lincoln's speech at the cemetery in Gettysburg.
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.
This book discusses how the F-15 Eagles are used for long distance and reconnaissance missions by the United States Air Force.
This book discusses how the HH-60 Pave Hawks are used for long distance and reconnaissance missions by the United States Air Force.
Exploring the sleek mainstay of the long-range bomber force that is designed to reach a bombing target rapidly anywhere in the world.
In 1941, US Navy sailor Jack Colvin is stationed at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. While holiday shopping, he has his pocket picked and is then abducted by a gang. While attempting to escape the gang's wrath, the naval base is attacked. Can Colvin escape his captors and get back to his ship? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Raptor, eagle, and foxhound are not only animal names. They are nicknames for three of the strongest fighter jets in the world. Young readers will want to check out this top ten list to learn where each aircraft ranks in terms of air superiority.
This title will help readers understand the causes, timeline, and aftermath of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The title is complete with glossary, index, and additional facts. This title is at a Level 3 and is written specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards & correlated to state standards.
Introduces readers to the most powerful robots used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Introduces readers to the most powerful technology used by the US military today, how the inventions work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Introduces readers to the most powerful watercraft used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Introduces readers to the tanks used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them powerful. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Introduces readers to the most powerful aircraft used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Introduces readers to the most powerful drones used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Introduces readers to significant developments in military technology and explores how those inventions and discoveries led to further advancements. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, and sources for further research.
World War II was raging across the Atlantic Ocean, but the United States was staying out of the war until a day that will live in infamy. On the morning of December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor came under fire. Follow along with the true story of the attack that changed the course of the war. Then, review that you've learned with a recap timeline and a quick quiz to check how much doomed history you remember.
