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It is important for an army to be mobile - the greater the mobility of an army, the greater its power to fight an aggressor. This episode of the U.S. Army's The Big Picture television series follows how the army improves and maintains the way it moves on land, in the sea, and in the air. Also shown in this video from the National Archives and Records Administration is the constant research that works to find new and better ways of keeping ahead of...
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This classic episode of the U.S. Army's The Big Picture series features in-depth coverage of the First and Second Army merger, Aberdeen truck testing, the Sergeant Missile unit, and river boat patrol in Korea. Featuring footage provided by the National Archives and Records Administration, this documentary also includes stories on the First Cavalry Airmobile Division in Vietnam, Operation Buckskin, and the two-year Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps...
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This engaging title provides readers with a comprehensive overview of how modern fighter aircraft have been used in military combat around the world. The title begins with a discussion of modern fighter aircraft, their importance and use in battles, and how this has changed over time.
16) Battle machines
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"From medieval battles to supersonic and stealth technology, discover fascinating facts about military machines and how they've developed to meet the ever-changing demands of warfare"--P. [4] of cover.
17) Tanks inside out
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Explore some of history's most significant tanks, including Britain's Little Willy prototype and the Soviet T-34, credited as WWII's most effective and influential design. Discover how tanks evolved as the nature of war changed, and learn all about each tank's key design elements, including its firepower, protection, and mobility. Fascinating cross-sections and close-up photographs reveal the innermost workings of each tank, while the text and helpful...
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Abstract: Over 100 audio-recorded interviews of individuals recalling their experiences at Union Station as travelers, railroad or station employees, relatives of employees, or in other capacities. Recollections span the time frame from the construction and dedication of the station in the late 1890s to the time of the interviews in the mid-1970s. Further details about topics discussed and interview participants may be found in the collection finding...