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1) Fobbit
Author
Language
English
Description
At Foreward Operating Base Triumph, a combat-avoiding staff sergeant named Chance Gooding spends his time composing press releases that spin grim events into statements more palatable to the public.
Author
Series
Publisher
Metropolitan Books, Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"American military bases encircle the globe; from Italy to the Indian Ocean, from Japan to Honduras. The far-reaching story of the perils of the U. S. military bases and what these bases say about America today." --
"More than two decades after the end of the Cold War, the U.S. still stations its troops at nearly a thousand locations in foreign lands. These bases are usually taken for granted or overlooked entirely, a little-noticed part of the...
Author
Publisher
Stackpole Books
Pub. Date
[2000]
Language
English
Description
This worldwide reference guide to over 300 Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard installations includes information on locations, climates, housing and schools, personal services, recreational opportunities and local attractions, as well as detailed maps and base information. An ideal companion for servicemembers, defense contractors and military travelers.
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"In a damning, inspiring, and breathtaking narrative of what is likely to be a turning point for Europe--and the world--Guardian correspondent and New York Times bestselling author Luke Harding reports firsthand on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. When, just before dawn on February 24, 2022, Vladimir Putin launched a series of brutal attacks, Harding was there, on the ground in Kyiv. But this senseless violence was met with astounding resilience--from,...
9) New world
Publisher
Artisan Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
Patrick, who worships all things American, comes of age in a small village near a U.S. military base. Patrick is living a pleasant French life surround by a happy family and a lovely girlfriend. One day, by accident, he meets an American soldier who will change his life forever. The soldier introduces Patrick to American music, fun, freedom and women. Patrick decides to follow his dream of becoming a drummer and falls in love with an American girl....
Publisher
ABC Studios
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Follows the deepening conflicts and complications of the wives as the army fights its battles abroad and the wives fight the battle at home. Claudia Joy's series of devastating personal tragedies may color her perception of military life. Roxy faces a whole new set of life's challenges. Husbands and wives are torn apart and families struggle to stay together. Discover a sisterhood of loyalty and strength.
11) Camp Leatherneck
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
"In January 2009 it was a patch of lawless Afghan desert, riddled with Taliban fighters. Today, Camp Leatherneck is home to more than 7000 troops. National Geographic goes inside the epicenter of the war in Afghanistan to meet the men and women who live and work in the camp. Learn how violence, boredom, excessive heat, separation from family, and cultural differences affect the mind-set of the warriors"--Container.
Publisher
ABC Studios
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
Relive each emotional moment from the lives of the military families at Fort Marshall, SC in the riveting sixth season of Army Wives. The women's friendships continue to grow stronger as they band together through the most difficult times.
Publisher
ABC Studios
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
The seventh season of Lifetime's hit drama Army Wives; will see new challenges to the tribe, including a heartfelt and final goodbye to one of their own in one of the series, most dramatic and pivotal moments. Four new characters are set to join the cast, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and actress Ashanti, Torrey DeVitto, Elle McLemore and Emmy and Grammy nominee Jesse McCartney.