Author : Nathan B. Dodge
Publisher : WordFire +ORM
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 23,99 MB
Release : 2020-04-01
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 1680571095
They were kidnapped teens, taken to an alien world and forced to fight in someone else's war. Cal and Letty are missing, and the Horde appears to be massing a titanic fleet to attack Earth. Tony, Opi, and Sasha rally together to lead the Alliance fleet in what may be both Molethan’s and the Alliance’s last stand. Can the remaining members of crew Red-17 lead Alliance forces to one final victory?
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Page : 60 pages
File Size : 13,50 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Command of troops
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Author : George S. Perry, Jr.
Publisher : Corwin Press
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 40,80 MB
Release : 2022-01-21
Category : Education
ISBN : 1071851403
Advance equity by learning to crack the system’s codes We must act now, using what we already know, to advance equity and raise the achievement of every student. With three decades of leading equity work across the country, George S. Perry Jr. issues a call to action for educational leaders who are willing to fight the fight for equity for all students. School and district leaders will encounter roadblocks as they enact systemic change, but Equity Warriors introduces practical, realistic, and strategic approaches for navigating those barriers. Equity Warriors equips education leaders with the moves they can make today to achieve the vision that every student becomes a high achiever by Providing real school and district examples of systemic equity efforts Demonstrating the parallel work that school and district teams must do to achieve and sustain systemic change Cracking the codes in the domains of politics, diplomacy, and warfare to achieve the equity agenda. Equity Warriors is a must read for leaders at all levels of the system who have chosen to be in this fight and are ready to do what it takes to make the system work for all students.
Author : Rick Anthony
Publisher : Rick Anthony
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 47,97 MB
Release :
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
In the vast expanse of the cosmos, where galaxies twinkle like celestial jewels and cosmic energies flow through the very fabric of existence, a group of extraordinary beings emerged—a team destined to become the Galaxy Warriors. Theirs was a tale of epic proportions, filled with thrilling battles, awe-inspiring discoveries, and a quest to safeguard the delicate equilibrium of the universe. At the heart of their story lay the Time Wars—a cataclysmic conflict that threatened to unravel the cosmic tapestry and plunge the galaxy into eternal darkness. As cosmic distortions wreaked havoc across the star systems, a call to action echoed through the cosmos, summoning the chosen few who would rise to the occasion. Led by the intrepid Captain Aiden Reynolds, the Galaxy Warriors assembled—a diverse group of individuals hailing from different worlds, each possessing a unique set of skills and cosmic abilities. Liara, the brilliant strategist with a wealth of cosmic knowledge; Marcus, the analytical genius with a keen eye for tactical advantage; and Maya, the empathic mystic, in tune with the unseen realms. Together, they formed an unstoppable force, united by a shared purpose—to restore balance and protect the galaxy from the encroaching forces of chaos. Their journey took them to uncharted planets, ancient ruins, and cosmic realms teeming with enigmatic energies. Along the way, they encountered formidable adversaries, unravelled cosmic mysteries, and forged deep bonds of camaraderie and trust. With each battle fought, they grew stronger and more attuned to the cosmic forces that intertwined with their very beings. As the Galaxy Warriors ventured further into the cosmos, their mission expanded beyond the confines of physical battles. They became custodians of cosmic wisdom, entrusted with the task of uniting disparate civilizations, bridging gaps between species, and fostering a sense of unity among the galaxy's inhabitants. Through their actions, they sought not only to defeat their adversaries but also to inspire others to recognize the interconnectedness of all life and their role in preserving the delicate cosmic balance. But the path they walked was not without sacrifice. The Galaxy Warriors faced moments of doubt, personal tribulations, and unforeseen betrayals. They were tested physically, emotionally, and spiritually, forced to confront their deepest fears and make choices that would determine the fate of the galaxy. Yet, they never wavered, fueled by an unwavering commitment to their cause and a steadfast belief in the transformative power of unity. Now, as we embark on their epic journey, join the Galaxy Warriors in a tale of thrilling battles, cosmic discoveries, and self-discovery. Brace yourself for an adventure that will ignite your imagination, provoke contemplation, and transport you to distant corners of the universe. Get ready to witness the birth of heroes, the triumph of unity, and the legacy that will echo through the cosmos for eternity—the story of the Galaxy Warriors.
Author : Stefano Recchia
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 22,26 MB
Release : 2015-10-26
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1501701541
Why did American leaders work hard to secure multilateral approval from the United Nations or NATO for military interventions in Haiti, the Balkans, and Libya, while making only limited efforts to gain such approval for the 2003 Iraq War? In Reassuring the Reluctant Warriors, Stefano Recchia addresses this important question by drawing on declassified documents and about one hundred interviews with civilian and military leaders.The most assertive, hawkish, and influential civilian leaders, he argues, tend to downplay the costs of intervention, and when confronted with hesitant international partners they often want to bypass multilateral bodies. America's top-level generals, by contrast, are usually "reluctant warriors" who worry that intervention will result in open-ended stabilization missions; consequently, the military craves international burden sharing and values the potential exit ramp for U.S. forces that a handoff to the UN or NATO can provide.Recchia demonstrates that when the military speaks up and clearly expresses its concerns, even strongly pro-intervention civilian leaders can be expected to work hard to secure UN or NATO approval—if only to reassure the military about the likelihood of sustained burden sharing. Conversely, when the military stays silent, as it did in the run-up to the 2003 Iraq War, bellicose civilian leaders are empowered; the United States is then more likely to bypass multilateral bodies, and it may end up carrying a heavy stabilization burden largely by itself. Recchia's argument that the military has the ability to contribute not only to a more prudent but also to a more multilateralist U.S. intervention policy may be counterintuitive, but the evidence is compelling.
Author : Elle James
Publisher : Elle James
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 41,27 MB
Release : 2020-05-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1626953082
Molly McKinnon’s father disappeared on a manhunt for an escaped convict. From what they’ve been able to piece together, whoever kidnapped her father, wants the location of the money the convict escaped to retrieve. Getting desperate, the kidnappers will do anything to get the McKinnon patriarch to tell what the convict told him, even go after the rest of the McKinnon family. Former US Air Force PJ, Parker Bailey, was medically retired from the military after a disastrous mission left him with a damaged leg and survivor’s guilt. Parker takes the job of foreman at the Iron Horse Ranch where he’s spent the last five years working hard and keeping to himself, even though the owner’s pesky daughter is always underfoot. Over the years, his respect and desire for her has grown. But he would never act on that desire, since she was the boss’s daughter. Until the boss disappears and Molly’s mouth makes Parker so angry, he kisses her to shut her up. Kissing her breaks all the rules and sets him on a path he can’t undo. Even if he did fight to win her heart, he'd have to go through all the McKinnons to get to her. When Molly is kidnapped, Parker vows to get her back at any cost. Together with her brothers and the Brotherhood Protectors, he fights to retrieve Molly and her father and bring them home to the Iron Horse Ranch.
Author : Paul Nowak
Publisher : R.A.G.E. Media
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 21,45 MB
Release : 2007-06
Category : History
ISBN : 0977223469
Christians are called to be both servants and soldiers of Christ. As this book demonstrates, there is much to be learned from the teachings and example of the Samurai, legendary servant-warriors of Japan, in order for believers respond to Gods call as Christian Samurai. (Christian)
Author : Tom Clancy
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 20,30 MB
Release : 2003-02-04
Category : History
ISBN : 9780425188316
An unconventional war requires unconventional men—the Special Forces. Green Berets • Navy SEALS • Rangers • Air Force Special Operations • PsyOps • Civil Affairs • and other special-mission units The first two Commanders books, Every Man a Tiger and Into the Storm, provided masterly blends of history, biography, you-are-there narrative, insight into the practice of leadership, and plain old-fashioned storytelling. Shadow Warriors is all of that and more, a book of uncommon timeliness, for, in the words of Lieutenant General Bill Yarborough, “there are itches that only Special Forces can scratch.” Now, Carl Stiner—the second commander of SOCOM, the U.S. Special Operations Command—and Tom Clancy trace the transformation of the Special Forces from the small core of outsiders of the 1950s, through the cauldron of Vietnam, to the rebirth of the SF in the late 1980s and 1990s, and on into the new century as the bearer of the largest, most mixed, and most complex set of missions in the U.S. military. These are the first-hand accounts of soldiers fighting outside the lines: counterterrorism, raids, hostage rescues, reconnaissance, counterinsurgency, and psychological operations—from Vietnam and Laos to Lebanon to Panama, to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq, to the new wars of today…
Author : Erik Prince
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 19,45 MB
Release : 2013-11-18
Category : History
ISBN : 0698154002
No company in our time has been as mysterious or as controversial as Blackwater. Founded by former Navy SEAL Erik Prince in 1997, it recruited special forces veterans and others with the skills and courage to take on the riskiest security jobs in the world. As its reputation grew, government demand for its services escalated, and Blackwater's men eventually completed nearly one hundred thousand missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Both the Bush and Obama administrations found the company indispensible. It sounds like a classic startup success story, except for one problem: Blackwater has been demonized around the world. From uninformed news coverage to grossly distorted fictional portrayals, Blackwater employees have been smeared as mercenaries, profiteers, jackbooted thugs, and worse. Because of the secrecy requirements of Blackwater's contracts with the Pentagon, the State Department, and the CIA, Prince was unable to speak out when his company's opponents spread false information. But now he's able to tell the full and often shocking story of Blackwater's rise and fall. In Civilian Warriors, Prince pulls no punches and spares no details. He explains his original goal of building an elite center for military and law enforcement training. He recounts how the company shifted gears after 9/11. He honors our troops while challenging the Pentagon's top leadership. And he reveals why highly efficient private military contractors have been essential to running our armed forces, since long before Blackwater came along. Above all, Prince debunks myths about Blackwater that spread while he was forced to remain silent-myths that tarnished the memory of men who gave their lives for their country but never got the recognition they deserved. He reveals new information about some of the biggest controversies of the War on Terror, including: • The true story of the Nisour Square massacre in Baghdad. • The actual details of Blackwater's so-called impunity in Iraq. • The events leading up to the televised deaths of Blackwater contractors in Fallujah. Prince doesn't pretend to be perfect, and he doesn't hide the sometimes painful details of his private life. But he has done a great public service by setting the record straight. His book reads like a thriller but is too improbable to be fiction.
Author : Vina Lanzona
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 42,33 MB
Release : 2020-01-07
Category : History
ISBN : 1317571843
This book brings together a wide range of case studies to explore the experiences and significance of women warriors in Southeast Asian history from ancient to contemporary times. Using a number of sources, including royal chronicles, diaries, memoirs and interviews, the book discusses why women warriors were active in a domain traditionally preserved for men, and how they arguably transgressed peacetime gender boundaries as agents of violence. From multidisciplinary perspectives, the chapters assess what drove women to take on a variety of roles, namely palace guards, guerrillas and war leaders, and to what extent their experiences were different to those of men. The reader is taken on an almost 1,500-year long journey through a crossroads region well-known for the diversity of its peoples and cultures, but also their ability to creatively graft foreign ideas onto existing ones. The book also explores the re-integration of women into post-conflict Southeast Asian societies, including the impact (or lack thereof) of newly established international norms, and the frequent turn towards pre-conflict gender roles in these societies. Written by an international team of scholars, this book will be of interest to academics working on Southeast Asian Studies, Gender Studies, low-intensity conflicts and revolutions, and War, Conflict, and Peace Studies.
