Books in The U.S. Armed Forces And Military Careers series

Whether soaring above the battlefields of the twentieth century or delivering precision air strikes during the wars in Iraq, U.S. Air Force pilots have long been the guardians of the sky. Author Wilson Camelo relates the distinguished history of this organization and takes the reader inside its current operations, cutting-edge aircraft, and exciting careers.

From the exploits of Commodore John Paul Jones in the American Revolution to its current service in the Persian Gulf, the U.S. Navy has defended freedom across the world s oceans and seas. Today, the men and women of the Navy must adapt to diverse challenges, whether it is a military operation or a humanitarian mission. Taylor Baldwin Kiland describes the opportunities the Navy offers, as well as its history, current missions, and the mighty ships that protect America and its allies.