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M1097 Humvee
David Baker
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Jan. 31, 2007)Describes the events that led to the development of the Humvee, introduces the characteristics of the vehicle, and discusses how it is used by the military.
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M1126 Stryker
David Baker
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Jan. 31, 2007)Describes the history, purpose, and physical characteristics of the M1126 Stryker armored vehicle.
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WASPs
Julia Garstecki
Paperback (Black Rabbit Books, Aug. 2, 2016)With primary source photos, infographics, timelines, charts, and strongly controlled leveled text, this title describes the heroic efforts of the female pilots known as WASPs who served during World War II. Continue diversity discussions and open readers eyes with this six-book series. African Americans, American Indians, and other groups committed heroic acts to protect their country. But they did so while overcoming violent discrimination. Perfect for use with cause and effect discussions and meeting NCSS standards. With primary source photos and infographics, the All-American Fighting Forces hi/lo books are almost as strong as the men and women they're about.
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HH-60 Pave Hawk
Lynn M. Stone
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, July 1, 2004)Explores The Modified Version Of The Military Helicopter Primarily Used For Search-And-Rescue Operations In Combat Conditions, One Of Several "Hawk" Helicopters In The Us Military.
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Coast Guard Cutters
Lynn M. Stone
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, June 30, 2006)Describes the history, design, and uses of U.S. Coast Guard cutters, including general defense, maritime safety, and the protection of natural aquatic resources.
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M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle
David Baker
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Jan. 31, 2007)Describes the history and physical characteristics of the M2A2 Bradley fighting vehicle and discusses the upgrades lately given to the first infantry vehicle capable of keeping up with tanks.
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American Indian Code Talkers
Julia Garstecki
Library Binding (Black Rabbit Books, Aug. 1, 2017)A brief look at the use of American Indian soldiers who used their native languages to communicate during World War II to prevent enemies from understanding what was being said.
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Destroyers
Lynn M. Stone
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, July 1, 2006)Describes the features of the destroyer ships and explains how modern technology has made them bigger and more efficient.
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Wasps
Julia Garstecki
Library Binding (Black Rabbit Books, Aug. 1, 2017)Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) were American women who wanted to serve as members of the Army Air Force during World War II. Although there was resistance from some people who thought women couldn't be military pilots, eventually women were allowed to serve as pilots.
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Battleships
Lynn M. Stone
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, July 1, 2006)Provides a brief description of the battleship, its function during wars, and why it has been retired from the Naval fleet.
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Go for Broke Regiment
Julia Garstecki
Library Binding (Black Rabbit Books, Aug. 1, 2017)Discusses the Japanese American troops who served as members of the United States Army during World War II.
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M1Ai Abrams Tank
David Baker
Library Binding (Rourke Pub Group, Jan. 31, 2007)A look at the history of using tanks in warfare describes how the M1A1 Abrams tank was designed, introduces its physical characteristics, and discusses how it has been used during the Iraq War.
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