The story of the United States military is the story of the country
itself. Both have grown and changed over time. Learn about the unique
histories, traditions, weapons, leaders, stats, and fun facts of the
Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Space Force,
and their roles within the military in this fun and fascinating
guide

From the few hundred soldiers in its ranks when it was first established,
to the over one million service members today, the U.S. military has
grown in power and size over its 250-year history. Its organization
and branches have changed to adapt to new technologies and national
needs. The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book: Your Guide to the
Whats and Whys of the U.S. Military looks at each branch of
the U.S. military. It answers more than 500 of the most intriguing questions,
including ...

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  How
  is the U.S. military organized?

  
  
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  How
  do the branches work together?

  
  
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  When
  did the Army Air Corps become the U.S. Army Air Force?

  
  
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  What
  is the selection process like for Special Forces?

  
  
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  Who
  was the Continental Army's first Commander in Chief?

  
  
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  How
  does the military rank structure function?

  
  
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  How
  does somebody become an Air Force officer?

  
  
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  What
  was the "Brown Water Navy"?

  
  
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  What
  is the motto of the Coast Guard?

  
  
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  How
  many bases does the military have?

  
  
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  What
  is the Marine Corps Hymn?

  
  
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  Did
  any Coast Guard vessels serve in combat?

  
  
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  What
  type of aircraft is Air Force One?

  
  
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  Who
  said "Retreat? Hell We just got here "

  
  
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  Who
  were the Buffalo Soldiers?

  
  
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  What
  are the Blue Angels?

  
  
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  What
  is the most challenging USAF plane to fly?

  
  
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  What
  is the origin of the Coast Guard "racing stripe"?

  
  
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  Does
  the Space Force have any operational bases?

  
  
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  How
  did a mutiny help establish the United States Naval Academy?

  
  
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  What
  is the longest-serving personal weapon used by the American soldier?

  
  
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  What
  is the difference between a UAV and a drone?

  
  
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  What
  attack submarines does the Navy deploy?

  
  
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  Who
  defends the United States against cyberattacks and other digital
  threats?

  
  

The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Space Force
are uniquely American, each in their own way. Learn what makes each
branch special in The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book
With more than 140 photos and graphics, this fascinating to me is
richly illustrated. Its helpful bibliography and extensive index add
to its usefulness.