Military forces and sectors Books

Based on interviews with groups of survivors and containing numerous rare photographs, this book stitches together the missions of the "Flying Tigers" as they outfought Japanese aircraft in WWII.

When I entered the air force so many years ago, I would never have guessed that life would take so many twists and turns. I would meet colorful people, have ten different duty assignments in three countries and four states, see many nice places, and have...

This antiquarian book contains A. T. Mahan’s classic 1897 treatise on American naval power, "The Interest of America in Sea Power Present and Future". This classic text is famous for having had an enormous influence on the thinking of American president...

This book examines the rise of great power competition in space, including the relevant and practical space strategies for China, Russia, the United States, and other countries.The work discusses the concepts and writings of past strategists, such as...

Die Kriegstelegraphie in den neueren Feldz�����gen Englands: Afghanistan, Zululand, �����gypten (1884) ist ein Buch von Richard von Fischer-Treuenfeld, das sich mit der Geschichte der Kriegstelegraphie in England w�����hrend der Feldz�����ge in...

""The Book of Famous Sieges"" is a historical account of some of the most significant sieges in history, written by Tudor Jenks and published in 1909. The book covers a wide range of sieges, from ancient times to the early 20th century, including famous...

""Words of Command for Infantry Drill: In Accordance with the Field Exercise (1880)"" is a comprehensive guide to the proper commands and maneuvers for infantry drill. Written by William Dawes Malton, a British military officer, this book provides...

With The Turks In Thrace is a historical book written by Ellis Ashmead-Bartlett and published in 1913. The book is a personal account of the author's experiences during the Balkan Wars of 1912-1913. Ashmead-Bartlett was a British war correspondent who...

The Siege and Fall of Port Arthur (1905) is a historical account written by W. Richmond Smith that details the events leading up to the siege and eventual fall of the Russian fortress of Port Arthur during the Russo-Japanese War. The book provides a...

The Sailors' Prayer Book is a manual of devotion for sailors at sea and their families at home. This book was originally published in 1852 and written by James Reid McGavin. It is a comprehensive guide that contains prayers, hymns, and scripture readings...

The Noble Army of Martyrs is a historical book written by Samuel Fox in 1848. The book documents the lives of the Christian martyrs who suffered and died for their faith during the early days of Christianity. The book is a comprehensive account of the...

The Five Knots is a novel written by Fred Merrick White and first published in 1907. The book tells the story of a group of friends who embark on a sailing holiday in the English Channel. The group consists of five men, each with their own unique...

Sales Brigade In Afghanistan: With An Account Of The Seizure And Defense Of Jellalabad (1879) is a historical book written by George Robert Gleig. The book provides a detailed account of the British army's Sales Brigade and their involvement in the...

     In 1917 eight wooden-hull, steam-powered fishing boats from the Northern Neck of Virginia were "conscripted" into service by the U. S. Navy, equipped with cannons, and sent on a journey across the Atlantic Ocean to...

The Indian navy's silent but deadly sub surface fighting arm has undergone tremendous changes since the first Foxtrot submarine was inducted into the service on 8th December 1967. The submarines have been a complex mix of diesel-electric – nuclear...

Volume 18 corrects some old data entries in previous volumes, provides additional ship movement data and adds new information in the "General" sections to help clarify the context of the war--especially important here in these early months. The bulk of...

The U.S. Navy's front line, land-based maritime patrol aircraft, the Lockheed P-3 Orion is a highly capable anti-submarine warfare platform. Conceived as a replacement for the P-2 Neptune and P-5 Marlin, the P-3 first flew in 1961. It was loosely based...

Please note: this is volume two of a two volume set. You must purchase both books to have a complete manual.The U.S. Navy's front line, land-based maritime patrol aircraft, the LockheedP-3 Orion is a highly capable anti-submarine warfare platform. ...

Some thought it stood for 'Military Reconnaissance Force', others 'Mobile Reconnaissance Force'. Many people thought it didn't exist at all...For decades there has been argument in the media and amongst politicians about the possible existence and extent...

'Spud Ely tells it like it was, from first-hand experience. No glory, just guts. You can almost smell the dirt and the blood' - The SunSpud Ely's SAS career has pitched him into some of the most deadly, high-octane, violent battles ever fought.Ranging...

At twenty-six, Adam Ballinger had a good degree, a fiancée, and a well-paid job. So what made him risk it all for the gruelling, year-long SAS Selection course, with a better than ninety per cent chance of failing to win the toughest badge in the British...

Aerial reconnaissance, an invaluable part of US military warfare for intelligence gathering and support of ground troops, was referred to in its developmental years as overhead espionage. Although overhead espionage is most often associated with the Cold...

The Citizen Soldier in War and Peace is a is a short historical look at the use of firearms in America and throughout the world this book appeals to anybody who believes in the Second Amendment or who is interested in the historical use of firearms. It...

War Ends, Love EnduresThe lives and stories of two WWII veterans and their baby boomer children show that love and marriage are able not only to endure but can thrive in shared happiness.Ron and Crystal's anecdotes of humorous and moving childhood...

Memoirs Of The Naval Worthies Of Queen Elizabeth�������s Reign is a historical book written by John Barrow in 1845. The book is a detailed account of the naval heroes who served during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. It provides a comprehensive overview...

""Leaves From My Log"" is a memoir written by Francis W. Bennett, a naval officer who recounts his personal adventures in different parts of the world. The book was originally published in 1869 and offers a unique perspective on life at sea during the...

The Breechloader And How To Use It is a book written by William Wellington Greener and published in 1893. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the use of breechloading firearms, including rifles, shotguns, and pistols. It covers topics such as the...

""Our Blue Jackets: A Narrative Of Miss Weston�������s Life And Work Among Our Sailors"" is a book written by Sophia Gertrude Wintz and published in 1878. The book tells the story of Miss Weston, a woman who dedicated her life to helping sailors. It...

""Life On Board A Man-Of-War"" is a book written by a British seaman that provides a detailed account of what it was like to live and work on a British warship during the 19th century. The book covers various aspects of life on board, including the daily...

Scottish Yeomanry in South Africa, 1900-1901 is a historical book written by Alexander Stewart Orr. The book is a record of the work and experiences of the Glasgow and Ayrshire companies during the Second Boer War in South Africa. The Scottish Yeomanry...

The British Tariff for 1829-30 is a book that provides a comprehensive list of the duties that were payable on foreign goods imported into Great Britain and Ireland in the year 1829. The book was authored by Robert Ellis and was published in 1829. The...

Military Observation Balloons: Captive And Free is a book written by Emil Joseph Widmer in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide to military observation balloons, both captive and free. It covers the history of observation balloons, their role in...

The Care Of Troops: For Line Officers is a book written by Frederick Stevens Macy and published in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide for line officers on how to properly care for their troops during wartime. It covers a wide range of topics,...

The British Sniper, A Century of Evolution is a detailed reference to the British Army's involvement in the role of sniping from the earliest days of 1915 to the present. This title provides the history and explains why in the beginning the British Army...

Soldiers and Sailors: Or Anecdotes, Details, and Recollections of Naval and Military Life is a book written by Humphrey Old in 1842. The book provides a comprehensive account of the lives of soldiers and sailors, including their experiences, challenges,...

Cavalerie: Exploration Et Combat (1884) par Lahure, Auguste est un livre qui traite de l'histoire et de l'utilisation de la cavalerie dans les guerres. L'auteur explore les diff�����rentes tactiques de combat utilis�����es par la cavalerie et comment...

The Boys' Book of Model Boats is a classic guide to building model boats, written by Raymond Francis Yates and first published in 1920. The book is aimed at young boys who are interested in building their own model boats and provides step-by-step...

""A Runaway Brig: Or An Accidental Cruise"" is a novel written by James Otis and published in 1888. The story follows the adventures of two boys, Jack and Joe, who accidentally find themselves aboard a runaway brig that is headed for the open sea. The...