The Complete Idiot's Guide to Aircraft Carriers


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Offers a guide to modern nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, and discusses the history of aircraft carriers from their development during World War I and their role in the Pacific Theater during World War II, to their present-day status as the front line of American defense.




The Complete Idiot's Guide To Managing Your Time


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The basics of how to manage time and prioritize, with solid advice on how to say "no" when responsibility just can't be handled.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Gulf War


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Discusses the causes, military tactics, battles, and effects of the Persian Gulf War.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to 20th-century History


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Provides an overview of the people, events, and ideas that shaped the twentieth century, covering wars and political conflicts, innovations in technology, and the contributions of such great minds as Sigmund Freud and Albert Einstein




The Illustrated Guide to Aircraft Carriers of the World


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A guide to aircraft carriers, from zeppelin and seaplane carriers to V/STOL and nuclear-powered carriers. It examines the evolution of the aircraft carrier, from the first flights from ships in World War I, developments during the inter-war years and World War II battles such as Pearl Harbor, through to modern carriers used in the Falklands.




Complete Idiot's Guide to Careers in the U.S. Military


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The lagging economy getting you down? No jobs out there, no job prospects? Join the Army. Or the Navy. Or the Marines. Or the Air Force. Good pay, great benefits -- an excellent career opportunity. -- This book will teach you how to tweak the system to help you enjoy the fullest benefits the U.S. Military has to offer. -- What little competition there is for this title is several years old and virtually obsolete. Uncle Sam Wants You -- more than ever. Since the tragic events of 9/11, all branches of the U.S. Military have seen a rise in enlistments. This is due to several factors: 1) A renewed sense of patriotism, and 2) a cooling off the economy and subsequent recession. Suddenly, job opportunities for recent high school and college grads are drying up quickly. That's why a career in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or even the Coast Guard, may be an excellent option. Author Bill Harris, working closely with recruiters from branch of the military, will detail the intricacies of getting the most out of a military career and discuss which branch of the military might be best for you. He'll explore age limits, guaranteed training, bonuses and benefits, and even the rigors of basic training. He'll also cover the many perks offered by a career in the military, and how best to obtain them.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Submarines


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Presents information about submarines, from providing a room-by-room tour of a typical vessel to analyzing the history of submarines during wars and on maneuvers.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to National Security


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Provides information on national security in the United States before and after the September 11 terrorist attacks and how the government is protecting the country from future attacks.




The Incredible Story of Aircraft Carriers


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This book tells the exciting story of the evolution of carriers, such as the USS Enterprise, and how these “floating airports” proved that they were key to winning a war far away from home. Students will learn about specific areas on a carrier, including the flight deck and air wing, the control tower, and the lower decks. They will even learn how supercarriers are constructed.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to World War II, 3rd Edition


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The Complete Idiots Guide® to World War II, Second Edition, will feature updated and expanded coverage of the fateful D-Day invasion, a critical timeline of major WW II events, and a WW II timeline highlighting the crucial and most important events of the war. It will include details about major battles on land, in the air, and on the sea-starting with Hitler's rise to power and his goal of European conquest, as well as Japan's bombing of Pearl Harbor and the decisive battles such as D-Day and the Battle of the Midway, which turned they tides of the war toward the Allies.