Chris McNab
1) How to survive anything, anywhere: a handbook of survival skills for every scenario and environment
Author
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Proven skills and techniques for getting out of any situation alive In How to Survive Anything, Anywhere, leading survival writer Chris McNab has assembled the know-how of dozens of military and outdoors experts to create the definitive handbook for overcoming perilous situations in any environment, from the mountain wilderness to the urban jungle. Each tactic is presented in easy-to-follow steps, accompanied by helpful illustrations that teach readers...
Author
Publisher
Osprey Pub
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"America's Elite tells the complete story of how the US Army, Navy, and Air Force has developed and used elite soldiers from the 18th century to the present day. It studies the development and history of Special Forces operatives from Rogers' Rangers and early sharpshooters to Marine Force Recon and the Navy SEALs. Editor Chris McNab takes the reader through some of the most dramatic Special Forces operations in US history, from sniping British commanders...
Author
Publisher
QEB Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Between the late 1950's and the early 1970's, the United States was drawn into the longest war in its history. Find out how this major conflict developed, learn about the main battles, and meet the key figures on both sides." --
7) Gymnastics
Author
Series
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
Introduces the sport of gymnastics and provides information on how to prevent and treat the most common gymnastics injuries.
Author
Publisher
Amber Books, Ltd
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"WEAPONS THAT WIN WARS. Features more than 400 weapons systems, from tanks and armored fighting vehicles to artillery, aircraft, warships, and small arms. Each entry is fully illustrated with annotated artworks and captioned photographs explaining key attributes. Detailed specifications outline dimensions, operation, and performance."--Barnes & Noble
Author
Publisher
Mason Crest
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
The worlds elite soldiers can survive in the worst of conditions, whether the extreme heat of the desert or the snowy summit of a mountain. These units are trained to be experts in warfare, but their training also gives them the knowledge to live in the planets wildest places for weeks at a time. Learn the techniques the worlds finest soldiers use to survive in harsh conditions around the globe. Discover a variety of tips for surviving in barren deserts...
Author
Series
Publisher
Mason Crest Publishers
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
Discusses what makes military unarmed combat different from other martial arts, provides step-by-step accounts of the fighting techniques taught to the elite, and looks at the combat systems of some of the world's most famous units.
Author
Publisher
Mason Crest
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Elite Special Forces units are often assigned to the most difficult missions. They must be prepared for the challenges they will face. This means being skilled and physically fit, but it also means being mentally tough. During most basic-training programs, recruits will be yelled at by instructors, deprived of sleep, and forced to run for miles. Under these difficult conditions, they will be required to make constant decisions. Only the toughest recruits...