The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book - (Handy Answer Books) by Richard Estep (Paperback)

Name: The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book - (Handy Answer Books) by Richard Estep (Paperback)
Brand: Visible Ink Press
SKU: 1008295406
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Highlights

The story of the United States military is the story of the countryitself.
Author(s): Richard Estep
464 Pages
History, Military
Series Name: Handy Answer Books

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About the Book

"A thorough review of the history and achievement of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, Space Force, and Special Forces from 1776 to the present day"--

Book Synopsis

The story of the United States military is the story of the country
itself. Both have grown and changed over time. Learn about the unique
histories, traditions, weapons, leaders, stats, and fun facts of the
Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Space Force,
and their roles within the military in this fun and fascinating
guide!

From the few hundred soldiers in its ranks when it was first established,
to the over one million service members today, the U.S. military has
grown in power and size over its 250-year history. Its organization
and branches have changed to adapt to new technologies and national
needs. The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book: Your Guide to the
Whats and Whys of the U.S. Military looks at each branch of
the U.S. military. It answers more than 500 of the most intriguing questions,
including ...

How
is the U.S. military organized?
How
do the branches work together?
When
did the Army Air Corps become the U.S. Army Air Force?
What
is the selection process like for Special Forces?
Who
was the Continental Army's first Commander in Chief?
How
does the military rank structure function?
How
does somebody become an Air Force officer?
What
was the "Brown Water Navy"?
What
is the motto of the Coast Guard?
How
many bases does the military have?
What
is the Marine Corps Hymn?
Did
any Coast Guard vessels serve in combat?
What
type of aircraft is Air Force One?
Who
said "Retreat? Hell! We just got here!"
Who
were the Buffalo Soldiers?
What
are the Blue Angels?
What
is the most challenging USAF plane to fly?
What
is the origin of the Coast Guard "racing stripe"?
Review Quotes

"... answers questions about the US Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force, Space Force, and Special Operations Forces ... covers the history of each military branch, their role in specific conflicts and wars, the weapons used, and key individuals, as well as the basics of the US military." - Protoview Book News

Dimensions (Overall): 9.2 Inches (H) x 7.1 Inches (W) x 1.3 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.7 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 464

Genre: History

Sub-Genre: Military

Series Title: Handy Answer Books

Publisher: Visible Ink Press

Theme: United States

Format: Paperback

Author: Richard Estep

Language: English

Street Date: April 12, 2022

TCIN: 1008295406

UPC: 9781578597437

Item Number (DPCI): 247-53-1015

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.3 inches length x 7.1 inches width x 9.2 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 1.7 pounds

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