Bøger i Xtreme Armed Forces serien

"Explores the examines the US Navy, the largest navy in the world. Readers will learn about the Navy's origins as the Continental Navy in 1775, during the Revolutionary War. Other topics include training, aircraft carriers, Naval aircraft, amphibious assault ships, cruisers, destroyers, frigates, ballistic missile submarines, and attack submarines" --

"Explores the US Air Force and its powerful fleet of aircraft. Readers will learn about the history of air combat, from World War I to the war in Iraq. Other topics include pilot training and the US Air Force Academy. Readers will also examine aircraft such as the F-35 Lightning II fighter, the B-2 Spirit bomber, and Predator drones" --

"Explores the elite special operations soldiers of the United States Navy. Readers will learn that SEAL stands for "sea, air, and land," and that team members perform some of the most dangerous missions of the US military. Topics include SEAL history, training, underwater demolition, combat diving, and land warfare. Also covered are special weapons and equipment used by SEALs" --

"Explores the US Army Special Forces, also known as the Green Berets. Readers will learn about the role of commandos in modern warfare. Topics include the history of the Green Berets, survival skills training and organization of team members, plus special equipment such as high-altitude low-opening (HALO) helmets, night vision goggles, assault rifles, and scuba gear"--

Today's United States military is the most powerful on Earth. This thrilling series examines American's branches of service through intense photography and impactful, up-to-date text. Short, easy-to-read bursts of information tell the dramatic history and inspiring moments of America's finest. From the air, sea, and ground, the dramatic work of servicemen and servicewomen is featured in page-turning books designed to engage even the most reluctant readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.