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Battling Buzzards

by Gerald Astor

The Few and the Brave

Convinced by 1943 that the assault upon Nazi-held Europe would yield swiftly to elite troops, the U.S. Army created parachute regimental combat teams. Drawing on daring volunteers willing...

Half-Track

by R.P. Hunnicutt

A complete history of American semi-track vehicles for both military and rural uses.  It includes detailed explanations of each vehicle, including its use, the dates of its invention and use, and its mechanical...