Books with author Professor John Milton

April 19, 1775. Find out why this date will live in infamy in Battle of Lexington and Concord. Learn what led up the battle, including the Boston Tea Party, the Intolerable Acts, the Boston Massacre, the First Continental Congress, and the orders to disarm the colonists. Get to know key historical figures including Colonial leaders Samuel Adams, John Hancock, Paul Revere, Captain John Parker, and Major John Buttrick and British leaders Major John Pitcairn, General Thomas Gage, and Lieutenant Colonel Francis Smith. Put yourself on the first battlefield of the American Revolutionary War as you learn about military strategy and resulting casualties. Learn what weapons were used, including muzzle-loading flintlock muskets, bayonets, cannons, rifles, pistols, and swords. Finally, discover the outcomes and aftermath of this pivotal conflict, including the Declaration of Independence, Americans rallying around the cause, and the Treaty of Paris, which finally ended the war in 1783. Black and white and color photographs, illuminating quotations, maps, charts, a glossary, an index, and book links round out this exciting and informative title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examines the US Marine Corps. In the history section, readers will learn that the Continental Congress created what would become today's marine corps during the Revolutionary War. As part of the Department of the Navy, Marines fought in the Mexican-American War, World Wars I and II, and wars in Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq. Training in Quantico, Virginia, San Diego, California, or Parris Island, South Carolina, the infantry division, weaponry such as rifles, the US Marine Corps Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalions, and ground division field artillery are discussed. Readers will also learn about the aviation unit and aircraft such as F-35Bs, F/A-18 Hornets, AV-8B Harriers, EA-6B Prowlers, ospreys, venoms, and vipers. A Table of Contents, Glossary, Index, and full-color photos are also included. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title examines the largest and oldest branch of the US armed forces. Readers will learn that the army began during the Revolutionary War as the Continental army and has fought in many wars, including the Civil War, World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Training at places such as Fort Benning, Georgia, and Fort Knox, Kentucky; the Army National Guard; the infantry; armored vehicles; artillery; helicopters; paratroopers; and special operations forces such as the Army Rangers, Green Berets, Night Stalkers, and Delta Force commandoes are discussed. A Table of Contents, Glossary, Index, and full-color photos are also included. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Ready. Set. Read! Hydroplanes brings the speed and danger of racing and puts it on water! Feel the wind and the waves whip you in the face in these large, full-color photographs that explain and help visualize the history, capabilities, and technology of these exhilarating machines. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Xtreme UFC follows the thrilling action of today's most exciting professional mixed martial arts stars. The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) organization has produced dozens of champions over its 17-year history. This title focuses on B.J. Penn. Reader interest is enhanced with quotes, statistics, action-packed photos and short, easy-to-read bursts of text. Glossary words provide additional information and understanding to the curious reader. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Xtreme UFC follows the thrilling action of today's most exciting professional mixed martial arts stars. The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) organization has produced dozens of champions over its 17-year history. This title focuses on Anderson Silva. Reader interest is enhanced with quotes, statistics, action-packed photos and short, easy-to-read bursts of text. Glossary words provide additional information and understanding to the curious reader. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to cruisers. Readers will learn what a cruiser is and about the history of cruisers. Cruiser components are discussed, including the engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Events such as touring and rallies are also covered. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving future cruisers excited about extreme motorcycling! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.