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Steeds of Steel: A History of American Mechanized Cavalry in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Yeide, Harry, PUBLISHER: Zenith Press, In World War II the U.S. Armys mechanized cavalry force served in an astounding variety of ways. Mechanized cavalrymen scouted and fought in tanks, armored cars, and jeeps; battled on and from the sea in tracked amphibians; stormed beaches from landing craft; slipped ashore in rubber rafts from submarines; climbed mountains; battled hand-to-hand; and even occasionally rode horses. This work follows the mechanized cavalry from its earliest days--landing in North Africa during Operation Torch and fighting on the jungle-clad slopes of Guadalcanal--through the campaigns in the Mediterranean, Europe, and the Pacific. Drawing on official after-action reports, contemporary combat records, personal recollections, and interviews conducted by the Army with soldiers shortly after battle, Steeds of Steel provides a vivid picture of what the war was like for the men of the mechanized cavalry. When World War II broke out in , the U.S. Cavalry was still mainly the proud, horse-mounted force it had been since the nations founding; within a year, the cavalry branch had lost its horses and very nearly its mission. Steeds of Steel tells how the cavalrymen carved out a new and critical role on the modern battlefield. Harry Yeides narrative shows us troopers learning to outwit the enemy in the African desert, on Italian peaks, along European hedgerows, and through Pacific jungles. We see cavalrymen working alone, miles ahead of the nearest friendly units. And we witness the heroic efforts of the mechanized cavalry troop, joining the battle wherever an American infantry division serves. The mechanized cavalrys brilliant legacy has lived on in the armored cavalry for more than half a century. As the U.S. Army debates its role on the battlefield, this volume (illustrated with over two dozen photos and diagrams) reminds us of our enduring debt to this incomparable fighting force.

An Empire of Wealth: The Epic History of American Economic

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gordon, John Steele, PUBLISHER: Harper Perennial, Throughout time, from ancient Rome to modern Britain, the great empires built and maintained their domination through force of arms and political power. But not the United States. America has dominated the world in a new, peaceful, and pervasive way -- through the continued creation of staggering wealth. In this authoritative, engrossing history, John Steele Gordon captures as never before the true source of our nation's global influence: wealth and the capacity to create more of it.This P.S. edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book, including author interviews, recommended reading, and more.

American Insurgents: A Brief History of American

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Seymour, Richard, PUBLISHER: Haymarket Books, "Seymour's obsessively researched, impressive first book holds its place as the most authoritative historical analysis of its kind."--"Resurgence" All empires spin self-serving myths, and in the United States the most potent of these is that America is a force for democracy around the world. Yet there is a tradition of American anti-imperialism which gives the lie to this mythology. Richard Seymour examines this complex relationship from the Revolution to the present-day. Richard Seymouris a socialist writer and runs the blog Lenin's Tomb. He is the author of"The Liberal Defense of Murder." His articles have appeared in the"Guardian"and the"New Statesman."

Grand Forks: A History of American Dining in 128 Reviews

Once upon a time,salad was iceberg lettuce with a few shredded carrots and a cucumber slice,if you were lucky. A vegetable side was potatoes—would you like those baked,mashed,or au gratin? A nice anniversary dinner? Would you rather visit the Holiday Inn or the Regency Inn? In Grand Forks,North Dakota,a small town where professors moonlight as farmers,farmers moonlight as football coaches,and everyone loves hockey,one woman has had the answers for more than twenty-five years: Marilyn Hagerty. In

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History of American Foreign Policy from : This important text offers a clear, concise and affordable narrative and analytical history of American foreign policy since the Spanish-American War. The book narrates events and policies but goes further to emphasize the international setting and constraints within which American policy-makers had to operate, the domestic pressures on those policy-makers, and the ideologies, preferences, and personal idiosyncrasies of the leaders themselves.

The China Mirage: The Hidden History of American Disaster in

From the bestselling author of Flags of our Fathers,Flyboys,andThe Imperial Cruise,a spellbinding history of turbulent U.S.-China relations from the 19th century to World War II and Mao's ascent. In each of his books,James Bradley has exposed the hidden truths behind America's engagement in Asia. Now comes his most engrossing work yet. Beginning in the s,Bradley introduces us to the prominent Americans who made their fortunes in the China opium tra

Encyclopedia Of African American Culture And History: The

A comprehensive reference work features three hundred entries focusing on the experience of African Americans throughout North and South America and includes biographical profiles of political and public figures as well as artists,writers,and musicians.

The Cambridge History of American Literature: Volume 1,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bercovitch, Sacvan / Patell, Cyrus R. K., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, The Cambridge History of American Literature addresses the spectrum of new and established directions in American writing. An interdisciplinary distillation of American literary history, it weds the voice of traditional criticism with the diversity of interests that characterize contemporary literary studies. Volume 1 covers the colonial and early national periods, discussing authors ranging from Renaissance explorers to the poets and novelists of the new republic. It should prove an indispensable guide for scholars and students in the fields of English and American literatures and American history.

Huck's Raft - A History of American Childhood

Copy of the text in good condition with only a few notes made in specific sections. Ideal for anyone studying for an undergrad module in American Literature or American History. Happy to send via mail if buyer can pay postage. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Ship Killer: A History of the American Torpedo (Hardcover)

Many books have been published about submarine and aircraft attacks on ships. While the torpedo was the principal weapon of most of those submarine attacks and many of the aerial attacks,there exist only a few books on this formidable weapon. This book,by Thomas Wildenberg and Norman Polmar,is the definitive work on the development and use of the torpedo by the U.S. Navy. The book begins with an overview of the early undersea weapons developed by Bushnell and Fulton,moves to the spar torpedo of the Civi

The Lost Colony: A Symphonic Drama of American History

In ,The Lost Colony,Paul Green's dramatic retelling of the founding and mysterious disappearance of the Roanoke Island colony,opened to standing-room-only audiences and rave reviews. Since then,the beloved outdoor drama has played to more than 3 million people,and it is still going strong. Produced by the Roanoke Island Historical Association at the Waterside Theater near Manteo,North Carolina,The Lost Colony has run for more than sixty summers almost without interruption. (Productio

American Passages: A History of the United States, Volume 1:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ayers, Edward L. / Gould, Lewis L. / Oshinsky, David M., PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, AMERICAN PASSAGES places a unique emphasis on time as the defining nature of history--how events lead to other events, actions, changes, and often-unexpected outcomes. The authors offer readers a sensible, step-by-step, compelling narrative with balanced coverage of political, economic, social, cultural, military, religious, and intellectual history.

American Stories, Volume One: A History of the United States

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brands, H. W. / Breen, T. H. / Williams, R. Hal, PUBLISHER: Longman Publishing Group, Based on the idea that you can't cover (and don't want to) everything in a survey course, H.W. Brands and a team of award-winning historians present the story of American history in a refreshing new way. "American Stories: A History of the United S""tates" concentrates on the topics most commonly taught in an American history survey course, with a focus on the major themes and the connections between them. A unique pedagogical program developed and implemented by instructional designers provides a consistent structure for students as the story of American history unfolds.

American Stories, Volume Two: A History of the United States

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brands, H. W. / Breen, T. H. / Williams, R. Hal, PUBLISHER: Longman Publishing Group, Based on the idea that you can't (and don't "want" to) cover everything in a survey course, H.W. Brands and a team of award-winning historians present the story of American history in a refreshing new way. " " "American Stories: A History of the United States "concentrates on the topics most commonly taught in an American history survey course, with a focus on the major themes and the connections between them. A unique pedagogical program developed and implemented by instructional designers provides a consistent structure for students as the story of American history unfolds.

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HISTORY OF ROCK COLLECTION VERY GOOD CONDITION GUIDING YOU THROUGH THE HISTORY OF ROCK MUSIC

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500 Nations, an Illustrated History of North American Indians. Not a book for the Emotional

500 NATIONS, By Alvin M.Josephy, jr An illustrated History of North American Indian nations. How they lived (and died). How the West was won, at the expense of almost every native tribe, from the Inca to the Inuit and almost every Plains and Desert dwelling tribe that occupied North America. Harrowing in many places, to read the documented accounts of how the numerous tribes were decimated by the invasion from the white man. Beautifully illustrated, with many archive publications depicting the primitive manner in which the tribes lived. Their own battles to survive, and the pacts that they formed. From Farmers to Warriors, this book has to be read from start to finish, in order to understand but a little of the harsh, yet wonderful lifestyles, that these ancient peoples endured. I found it difficult to put this book down once I started reading, and the picture really do bring the accounts to life, superbly written whilst maintaining a sense of accuracy from the research material used. With about 400 pages, it's difficult to know what to ask for such a work, I simply hope that whoever buys it will enjoy it as much as I, and be as impressed and emotionally humbled by the content as I was. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

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Handbook Of Modern Philosophy (A Brief History) in City of

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History of the peseta – 24 coins series in 925 ml silver and 24 kt gold plated. Collection of 24 coins. It is the special commemorative issue and numbered of the Spanish Mint House (Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre.) In its original case and with certificate of authenticity.Total silver weight: 550 g, of 925 ml. Approximate case measurements: 34 x 26.5 x 3 cm.Registered shipping with tracking number. Read More

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