War Combat

Illuminating both the triumphs and failures he encountered on the front lines, his memoir offers a deeply personal perspective on the true cost of combat, providing a modern-day perspective on the psychological and emotional impacts of battle.

British demands to move the northern border as far south as the Ohio River put New York on the first line of defense. But it was the leadership of Governor Daniel D. Tompkins that distinguished the state’s contribution to the war effort, effectively mobilizing the considerable human and material resources that proved crucial to maintaining the nation’s sovereignty. New York’s War of 1812 shows how, despite a widespread antiwar movement and fierce partisan politics, Tompkins managed to corral and maintain support—until 1814, when Britain agreed to peace.

After the furious battles around Dak To and the horrific fight for Hill 875, Youth in Asia is a new novella of young Americans trapped in the jungles of Vietnam's Central Highlands in a war they did not understand. Youth In Asia relives the friendships, loyalties and betrayals of young men in combat, and for those that survive, the memories they carried home.

An American Combat Bird Dog Pilot is a compelling look at the life and times of a member of the Silent Generation. Mike Leonard’s story chronicles not only his breathtaking combat adventures, but the unforeseen perils that nearly sidetracked him during his time as an international sales executive. This spellbinding narrative paints a vivid portrait of a man, as the Chinese proverb clearly states, "living in interesting times".

Ramon was a young man with secrets, and a talent for violence. Born into Spanish nobility, his full given name was Ramon Banu Lasso de la Vega, and as a boy, he dreamed of a life of purpose and acceptance. He dreamed of a peaceful life of family and belonging. It was a dream that would never be fulfilled. The Edge of Nobility is a gritty historical novel that will carry you away to the landscapes of France and Spain in the early 1900s, as Europe became embroiled in World War 1. It was a time when two breeds of men emerged. One that came forward to serve their fellow countrymen as a patriot ...

Mitch thought he would just be training under his mantracking mentor in the North Woods—until a killing spree began outside of a small town. When a botched heist goes horribly wrong, three thieves are forced to flee into the rugged wilderness in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Soon, Mitch, along with his mentor and a fellow classmate, are thrust into a federal manhunt to track down the murderous trio before they can escape. Using all of their fieldcraft and tactical experience, the elite team soon discovers that the killers are skilled survivalists who plan to turn the tables on their ...

Two soldiers debate what it means to love and live on a battlefield A short, dark, and dystopic vignette of war throughout the ages. If you ever supported any war, you’ll get the message. You won’t feel good. The tale shows what we have become, what we are living, and where we may be going

Weapons of War: Innovations That Shaped Combat explores the evolution of military technology and its profound impact on the history of warfare. From the earliest stone tools to the latest advancements in cyber warfare, this book traces humanity's relentless pursuit of more effective, efficient, and lethal means of combat. The journey begins with the bow and arrow, a simple yet revolutionary tool that introduced distance as a tactical advantage. It then examines pivotal milestones such as the gunpowder revolution, the rise of artillery, and the transformative power of precision-guided ...

From rescue to recon, missions are the foundation of military operations. Highly trained men and women risk their lives every day to free the oppressed, protect civilians, and restore peace in areas of unrest. Grab your walkie talkie and tune into the action in our low-level series for young listeners! This volume includes Combat, Counterterrorism, Patrolling, and Peacekeeping.

The Honor might have survived the first encounter with the Nazuc, but it won't be the last. Before the next engagement, Captain Masters and his ad hoc crew will need to find help. But will anyone beyond the belt be interested in joining the fight? Beyond the Belt is the second book in the Honor in Exile series, which features plenty of aliens, action, and the worst—and best—of humanity.

There's nothing glorious about war—despite what movies and books often show. Military veteran and author Jason Lambright shares its ugly side in the sci-fi novel The Captain's Cauldron. Captain Paul Thompson can't just shake off the rigors of war after his combat on Juneau 3, and his injuries are severe enough that his military career may be over. But the trauma runs even deeper—impacting not only him, but also those he loves. Paul finds his way back thanks to his family and treatment at a veterans hospital. He marries his high school sweetheart, and life is good. But the happiness is ...

“In the rugged terrains of Afghanistan, a unique battle brews—one not just of bullets and strategies but of beliefs and soul-stirring revelations. Major Arjuna, a skilled combatant with the coalition forces, faces an inner turmoil as he prepares to engage with insurgents in a remote village. The stakes are personal—leading the insurgents is his very own mentor, a man who once taught him the profound verses of the Bhagavad-Gita. Amid the chaos, Arjuna grapples with haunting questions of duty, righteousness, and morality. When the divine intervenes, taking the form of an unexpected ...

The remarkable true story of a group of former Special Operation soldiers turned entrepreneurs on a mission to end the war in Afghanistan with business, not bullets.

The aliens are about to win. Humanity makes one last, desperate gamble to survive.The endgame has begun. China has gone over to the alien menace, and the world now stands at the precipice of ultimate defeat. All will be lost unless Task Force Zero somehow finds a way to reassert human control as the fate of civilization hangs in the balance. The odds are very long, and the final outcome now hinges on a few key individuals and where they stand. Piper is finally reunited with her long lost brother, but the boy displays frightening powers and has a vengeful mind of his own. Thorne’s ruse is ...

"Eloquent… An uplifting, heart-rending, and terrifyingly real account of frontline air combat. A first-rate military memoir." – David Eastman, US Army retired and author. In this true story, Robert Stanek delivers a raw and unforgettable narrative, revealing what it’s like to be in war waged from the skies above. Day by day, step by step, he brings readers into the secretive world of combat fliers, and tells the story of the men and women who flew dangerous combat missions during the largest air war of the 20th century. Experience the extraordinary events through the author’s ...

Like lethal insects undergoing a series of metamorphoses into ever more mature and dangerous forms, military aircraft moved rapidly from stage to stage of their development as the 20th century progressed. The catalyst of war provided the swiftest impetus to this evolution. The new mechanized armies existing from the later period of World War I onward seized on the fresh technology and sought to squeeze every possible drop of advantage from it that the limits of science and the era's materials would allow.

A moving, thought-provoking, and honest account of combat in Vietnam. The true story of the many challenges faced by an infantry company in 1968. It may well answer many questions you might still have since the hasty withdrawal of America from that troubled land.

The Prometheus Initiative was to have been humanity's safety net: A secret organization to preserve the core of 21st Century Civilization in the event of global catastrophe. If necessary, to rebuild a new civilization on the ruins of the old, learning from the past and saving all that was good. Thousands of trained men and women were placed in teams, preserved in molecular stasis to survive any catastrophe, then to be awakened when they were needed. That was the plan. Then the plan went wrong. Now, over a century has passed and one lone Initiative team finds itself in the middle of a war ...

Dear Enemy is an inspirational novel that transports readers back to the darkest days of World War II. Full of heroism and drama, this story of an American combat nurse shows how the power of faith can overcome any obstacle, even in times of total war.

A recipient of numerous Christian and secular awards, including two Christy Awards for excellence in Christian fiction, acclaimed author Jack Cavanaugh has published more than 20 books.

The Invasion of Okinawa was one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific Theatre, and Roy Wilkes, USMC, was unfortunate enough to have a front-row seat. True, gripping stories of being a scared 17-year-old Combat Marine trying to stay alive behind enemy lines. He witnessed 23 of his friends die in a bombing. True, gripping stories and pictures reveal the mind, heart, and soul of a fighting WWII Marine. This fascinating book is also a perfect history lesson for war buffs and students since it covers all aspects of the Battle of Okinawa: Mental, emotional, historical, and personal.