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A highly readable history of the great maritime patrol aircraft of the world, accompanied by original artwork throughout

A detailed, illustrated guide to the Czech vz. 50 police pistol and the modernized vz. 70 version.

A concise illustrated guide to the famous "Gooney Bird," one of the most beloved American aircraft of the Second World War

An exhaustive illustrated history of a bomb squadron in the Chinese-American Composite Wing during WWII

"In a little-known episode of the Vietnam War, the CIA hired Norwegian skippers to command fast patrol boats to land South Vietnamese commandos and combat swimmers on the coasts of North Vietnam. This book will explain who the "Vikings" were, describe their missions, and detail their equipment (primarily Swift- and Nasty-class patrol boats). Author Alessandro Giorgi relied heavily on recently declassified source material to piece together the story"--Publisher's description.

An illustrated guide to one of the most important US military helicopters

An illustrated guide to the F-104 Starfighter, a high-speed interceptor sometimes referred to as the "widowmaker"

This is the most complete and up-to-date reference on the tracked amphibious vehicles deployed by the United States Marine Corps

A pictorial guide to the powerful M48 Patton. The M48 is a versatile tank that saw combat with the US military in Vietnam and remains in service in large numbers with foreign militaries all over the world.

The M42 Duster is the subject of a new entry in the Legends of Warfare series. Legends of Warfare titles are hardcover pictorials about military vehicles, which retail at attractive price points from $19.99 to $24.99. They are popular with modelers, gamers, and museumgoers.

This is a detailed visual guide of the M60 tank; 340 photos both show the vehicle's design details and help readers visualize the tank's operational history.

This new illustrated history of the division includes hundreds of photos from the most extensive private collections in Europe.

In US foreign policy, conflict has replaced diplomacy. At home, wars on crime, drugs, immigration, and terrorism dissolve barriers between law enforcement and combat. Tracing the origins of militarized policy to post-Vietnam fears of waning US power, Osamah Khalil argues that it is time to discard forever wars and invest in political solutions.

Step into a time machine and embark on an exhilarating expedition to the very cradle of human competition. "Origins and Ancient Games" is not just a book; it's a captivating odyssey through millennia, unraveling the mesmerizing tapestry of sports in our shared past.Imagine standing amidst the coliseum of ancient Greece, where thunderous cheers once celebrated legendary Olympic champions. Visualize the grandeur of the Roman arenas, where gladiators clashed, and chariot races sent crowds into a frenzy. This book transports you to the heart of these historic spectacles, making you an eyewitness to the pulse-pounding action of a bygone era.But this journey doesn't end there. You'll journey deep into the mysterious deserts of Egypt, where sports were sacred rituals intertwined with daily life. You'll unlock the secrets of ancient Mesopotamia, where the very first recorded sports events took place. And you'll discover the profound connection between sports and spirituality in the rich tapestry of indigenous cultures in the Americas.What sets "Origins and Ancient Games" apart is its ability to breathe life into the past. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, this book resurrects the athletes, the games, and the societies that birthed the sports we know today. You'll meet extraordinary figures, from heroic Greek warriors to masterful Chinese martial artists, and uncover their tales of triumph and tragedy.But this isn't just a history lesson; it's an exploration of the profound impact of ancient sports on our modern world. You'll trace the evolution of competition, from dusty arenas to global stadiums. You'll unearth the ethical codes and principles that continue to define fair play and sportsmanship. And you'll witness how sports have acted as bridges between cultures, fostering diplomacy, understanding, and unity."Origins and Ancient Games" is more than a book; it's a time-traveler's passport to the thrilling past of sports. It's an opportunity to understand our world through the lens of competition, to celebrate the enduring spirit of athletes, and to appreciate the legacy of ancient games that lives on in our modern athletic arenas. If you're curious about the origins of sports, if you're fascinated by the stories of champions and civilizations, and if you're ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through time, then this is the book you've been waiting for. Open its pages, and let the adventure begin.

Satellite Technology in Education (1991) looks at the potential of satellite technology in education. It examines the uses of satellite technology in the teaching of geography and environmental studies, languages, science and information technology.

The Four Horsemen narrates the history of revolution in Spain, Naples, Greece, and Russia in the 1820s, connecting the social movements and activities on the ground, in the inimitable voice of a renowned historian.

Philosophy typically ignores biographical, historical, and cultural aspects of theoriss' lives  in an attempt to take a supposedly abstract and objective view of their work. This book makes some new conclusions about Arendt's theory by emphasizing how her experience of the world as displayed in her archival materials impacted her thought. Some aspects of Arendt's life have been examined in detail before, including the fact she was stateless as well as her affair with Heidegger. Instead, this work explores different topics including the biographical and narrative moments of Arendt's own work, the role of archiving in her thought, pivotal events that have not been archived, her understanding of her own identities, and how it affected the role of identity politics in her work. Typically, group action is underemphasized in Arendt scholarship in comparison to individual action and often identity politics questions are considered to lie within the realm of the private. Although Arendt's theory is problematic when discussing issues concerning identity politics, she did think identity politics could be public and political and that effective political actions may occur within groups. What makes this project unique are the innovative conclusions made by moving the archival and biographical evidence to the center in order to understand her theory more accurately and within its historical and cultural context. This volume will be of interest to professional scholars in Arendt's work, but also to those who have a more general interest in her life and theory.

Comprising historical and biographical divisions, and containing a rapid sketch of the war, maps illustrating the operations and the movements of the forces, 140 facsimile Woodburytype photographs of officers who lost their lives in the campaigns and recipients of the Victoria Cross, with memoirs prepared from materials furnished by their relations and surviving comrades, summaries of the movements in the field of the various regiments which were engaged, and separate records of the services of every British officer who was employed in the war. In 1878-80, British-Indian forces fought a war to ensure that Afghanistan remained free from Russian interference. Although the campaign was eventually brought to a successful conclusion, the British suffered several setbacks in their struggle to control the volatile country.Throughout the 19th century, the British Government was convinced that the extension of Russian influence over Central Asia constituted a real threat to its Indian domains. This had led Britain to first invade Afghanistan in 1839, with disastrous consequences.In 1876, the spectre of Russian interference appeared once more when the Emir of Afghanistan, Sher Ali, was visited by a Russian diplomatic mission. When he then refused to accept a British envoy, the Viceroy of India, Lord Lytton, decided to act. The war was fought as part of Britain's 'Great Game' with Russia for influence in the traditionally turbulent wilds of Afghanistan.The British left Afghanistan in the hands of Abdur Rahman, who agreed to conduct his foreign policy through the Government of India. They also seized several Afghan districts in the Khyber and Kurram border areas. However, the provocative policy of maintaining a British resident in Kabul was quietly dropped. The last British and Indian soldiers left the country in April 1881.

Jacques Baud comes back on the war in Ukraine by analyzing the facts, going back to the field of operations and analyzing what is happening there. It is at this price that a path to peace is possible.

This report characterizes legal, policy, practice, and cost implications of U.S. Department of Defense options to comply with a new congressional requirement allowing service academy cadets and midshipmen who become parents to retain parental rights.

If you could choose between being Black and being white, what would you do?As a child, Brianna Wheeler, the mixed-race descendant of Dangerfield Newby-first of John Brown's raiders to die at Harpers Ferry in their bid to end slavery-unconsciously chose whiteness, unaware that she had the choice at all. As an adult, following the deaths of her mother and grandmother, Brianna struggled with her own identity, convinced that her lasting legacy would be the rejection of her own Blackness.Then, in 2020, a racial reckoning rekindled her connection to both her heritage and her grandmother's lifelong work of preserving the stories of Dangerfield and the rest of her ancestors, leading Brianna to confront both long-held family dynamics and her own place in history-from a new perspective.A unique blend of memoir, creative nonfiction and illustration, Altogether Different untangles the complex connection between the stories we tell ourselves and the histories preserved for us.

Can one girl save a nation?With Japan's future in the balance, Risuko may recover the Kano clan's honor - or she may destroy it foreverLord Takeda has sent Risuko, Emi, and Toumi on a mission to the capital. The road is dangerous. The destination is treacherous. Risuko - the girl who just likes to climb - must make a choice that will have repercussions not only for Risuko's life and those of her friends, but possibly for all of Japan.In this thrilling third book in the Seasons of the Sword, she encounters old friends, new enemies, and a strange boy from a far-off land called Portugal. Through raging battles and deadly court intrigue, Risuko must follow a path narrower and less stable than any pine branch. And the consequences should she fail are sharp and hard as rocks below.The red-and-white disguise of the kunoichi awaits.Is Risuko ready?Seasons of the Sword:Risuko (Winter)Bright Eyes (Spring)Kano (Summer - coming April, 2024!)Autumn - coming soon!(Young adult historical adventure; Japanese Civil War)