| Edition |
1st ed. |
| Description |
32 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 27 cm |
| Series |
US Special Forces
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US Special Forces |
| Note |
Includes glossary. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p 31) and index. |
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index. |
| Contents |
The Air Force - The brave PJs - First PJ mission - In the war zone - Other missions - PJ qualifications - Training - HALO parachuting - Getting around - PJ heroes - Pararescuemen motto. |
| Summary |
US Air Force Pararescuemen are part of one of the most important teams in the US Military. These skilled operators perform daring rescues all over the world and all while evading the enemy. This book will explore the world of the elite Air Force Paraescuemen, including their training as parachutists and participation in recent military missions. Enhanced by exciting photographs of pararescuemen in action, readers will be engaged by the detailed content and captivating sidebars. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Sidebars. |
| Audience |
3456 Childrens Plus, Inc. |
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800 Lexile. |
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Q Fountas and Pinnell. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR MG RL 6.2 0.5 148241. PCMS |
| Subject |
Parachute troops.
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Rescue work.
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Special forces (Military science)
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| ISBN |
032991197X |
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1433965690 |
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1433965712 |
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9780329911973 ( bdg.) |
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9781433965692 |
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9781433965715 (pbk.) |
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