Military forces and sectors Books

A true account of the British navy in the Napoleonic WarsThis is a book which will delight the many enthusiastic readers of accounts both true and fictional of the Royal Navy in the great days of sail-the days of Nelson and other great captains who...

Erk - a male member of the RAF of the lowest rank.An Erk was a bloke that could be found clambering all over an aircraft. The aircraft he called a Kite. Without the work that was performed by Erks, the aircrews could never have flown. If he was an...

This book is dedicated to the memory of UK Special Forces personnel who gave the ultimate sacrifice, and to those who still bear the emotional or physical scars from their public service.Lest We Forget

Originally released in 2006. Contains papers from a symposium on the Korean War held at the U.S. Congress on June 7, 2000. Records the reminiscences and perspectives of veterans and historians participating in the symposium.

This is a reprint of a study published by the Air University in 1981.

First published in 2005. Contains papers from a symposium in commemorating the fiftieth anniversary of the Korean War. Focuses on contributions made by the armed forces of the United States and its allies to the air warfare during the Korean War.

Originally published in 1976. This narrative describes the evacuation of more than 1,400 American soldiers, Marines, and airmen, and Vietnamese men, women, and children from the Kham Duc Special Forces camp in southern I Corps on 12 May 1968. It treats...

This is a very high quality reprint of a 1969 study written by Professor Richard Suchenwirth for the USAF Historical Division.

Colonel Cox examines the command of Lt Gen George H. Brett in his wartime assignments. General Brett's leadership did not take him to four stars, why? Cox looks at the reasons why he was not promoted, especially, as he began his war time service second...

Finally, there is a book that reveals the truth about the worst air disaster to strike a Marine Corps fighter squadron during the Second World War. Marine Fighter Squadron 422 was a group of twenty-four typical young Americans trained to fly the famous...

"In I Always Wanted to Fly Wolfgang Samuel presents a book on a neglected subject, the U.S. Air Force men and women of the Cold War. These are the people who won the Cold War-not by themselves, obviously, but don't ask me how it could have been done...

John Warden wrote "The Air Campaign" in 1986 while attending the National War College. During his career, he developed a method to simplify analysis of complex organizations, articulated the radically new concept of parallel war, created an extremely new...

Long Night of the Tankers presents a fresh account of a lesser-known but critical component of the Atlantic naval theatre during World War II. Using war diaries, after-action reports, and first-hand accounts, authors Bercuson and Herwig examine the story

Six young Army pilots and green officers, all they between each 20 band 21 years old, arrive in Vietnam where each become men, highly skilled pilots, and proficient officers within a few months. None of them will be the same after their first combat tour...

The Campaign in Italy focuses on Allied efforts to drive Italy out of the war, defeat the German forces there and to push up through the Italian peninsula to threaten the German underbelly. The three Indian divisions participated in this Allied effort...

The Arakan Operations 1942-45 describes the operations in the coastal belt of Arakan in Burma from 1942-45. After the reverses suffered by the Indian forces in Burma, the issue confronting India was to stem the tide of Japanese advance and retrieve the...

On December 7, 1941, the Japanese Navy attacked the American Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawai'i. The perception remains that they succeeded in severely crippling the navy; however, nothing could be further from the truth.Thanks to meticulous...

The book begins in a small town setting where aviation has earned a bad name because of an avoidable fatal crash. It is autobiographical only in the sense of the author's progression from non-interest to intense involvement in all aspects of flying. The...

This aviation handbook is designed to be used as a quick reference to the classic military heritage aircraft that have been restored and preserved in the state of Florida. The aircraft include those fl own by members of the United States Air Force, the...

On March 15, 1916, the 1st Aero Squadron arrived at Columbus, New Mexico, its train steaming into the crowded, chaotic town at 9:15 in the morning. Led by Capt. Benjamin D. Foulois, a lantern-jawed, bantam-weight former enlisted man, the squadron...

The opportunity to command is a tremendous honor and responsibility and unquestionably will be one of the most significant roles of your Air Force career. The very nature of command is unique to the military; there is no civilian equivalent for this...

Most of the early settlers came by way of the sea, embarking at Mobile and New Orleans. Because of their innocence, or because of a certain love of independence, they entered through whatever ports on the Gulf seemed most expedient. The ports of entry...

Where the Fleet Begins -A History of the David Taylor Research Center chronicles the first hundred years (1898-1998) of the Center which provides research and testing in the development and design of the U.S. Navy fleet of warships and submarines. ...

Two WWII fighter pilots, raised on different continents and trained in different countries, fight life or death combat with the Luftwaffe over Europe. They flew P-51 Mustangs in the 4th Fighter Group and contributed to the Group score of a record...

Title: The Influence of Sea Power upon the French Revolution and Empire, 1793-1812.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning...

This memoir, written by a former sailor, provides a vivid account of life at sea during the early 19th century. It includes descriptions of naval battles, storms, shipwrecks, and encounters with exotic cultures and wildlife. This book is a valuable...

An authoritative and comprehensive record of the history of the United States Navy from its founding to the early 20th century. This book provides a wealth of facts, figures, and analysis on the Navy's organization, leadership, battles, and...

This entertaining and informative collection of naval anecdotes and stories is sure to delight history buffs and naval enthusiasts alike. Spanning the centuries from ancient Greece to the modern day, it covers everything from great battles and heroic...

This book contains three letters written by James Lind, a Scottish physician and naval surgeon known for his contributions to the field of preventive medicine. Originally written in the mid-18th century, these letters provide valuable historical context...

This book provides detailed instructions and regulations for the watch station quarter and fire bill of His Majesty's torpedo boat destroyers. It covers topics such as the duties of officers and crew, ship handling, and firefighting. It is a valuable...

Originally published in 1897, this comprehensive history of the US Navy is a must-read for anyone interested in the military and maritime history of America. Author John R. Spears provides a detailed chronological account of the Navy's growth and...

Un'opera monumentale che esplora la storia della marina militare antica, con particolare riferimento alla letteratura classica. Francesco Corazzini offre una panoramica completa, arricchita da una approfondita analisi dei testi epici e teatrali...

Experience the harrowing tale of survival against all odds following the wreck of two troop-ships on the treacherous waters surrounding the Andaman Islands. This first-hand account of bravery in the face of extreme danger will keep readers engrossed from...

In this memoir, Van Denburgh recounts her experiences on board the United States Frigate Congress during the 19th century. She offers vivid descriptions of life at sea, including the challenges of navigation, the excitement of battles, and the...

This book details the personal experiences of British officers and men during the Battle of Jutland, a naval battle fought between the British Royal Navy's Grand Fleet and the Imperial German Navy's High Seas Fleet during World War I. It includes...

Gain rare insights into the life and times of one of America's most famous naval heroes with this collection of John Paul Jones's personal letters. From his early days as a merchant sailor to his legendary exploits in the American Revolution and beyond,...

Locker's stunning collection of portraits and biographies of naval commanders offers a window into the golden age of naval history. Lavishly illustrated, the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and careers of the men who shaped the world's...

Experience the drama and excitement of naval warfare in the late 17th century with this captivating memoir of life at sea. From shipwrecks and battles to pirates and privateers, this book provides a vivid and detailed account of the dangers and hardships...

Ce livre de Louis Capazza retrace l'histoire de la traversée de la Méditerranée, des premières explorations phéniciennes aux voyages modernes. Capazza couvre également des sujets tels que la cartographie, la navigation et la stratégie militaire,...

This historical document is an account of a mutiny that occurred on the American naval vessel Somers in 1842, and the subsequent trial of the ship's captain, Alexander Slidell Mackenzie. The book includes Mackenzie's defense of his actions and provides...

Experience a captivating journey from Liverpool to London in 1852 through Challenger Lifeboat's book. This book covers the sights, sounds, and challenges of life on a cruise in the 19th century. It's a great resource for anyone interested in maritime...