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"Aircraft carriers have been helping the U.S. Navy for nearly 100 years. They transport planes to attack in war. They bring food and supplies in times of peace. Aircraft carriers have been one of the most important military vehicles in modern history."--
2) Battleships
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"The era of battleships was among the most exciting in the history of warfare. Battleships fought on the high seas in close range. Their big guns blasted away at enemy ships to help their countries win wars. This book covers the Civil War battle between the Moniter and Merrimac to the battleships of World War II and beyond."--Provided by publisher.
3) Fighter jets
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"Fighter jets are perhaps the most exciting military vehicles. Modern jets can fly faster than the speed of sound. U.S. fighter jets zip through the sky to defend and protect their country. They have helped the military for 70 years. They track down the enemy and shoot missles. Their main purpose is to bring peace through strength. Find out more about fighter jets in this fun and appealing book!"--
4) Helicopters
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"Helicopters have done it all! They have rescued wounded soldiers. They have carried men into battle. They have searched for enemy submarines. They have destroyed dangerous mines. The sound of helicopter rotors cutting through the sky has brought relief to American troops. Read all about the history and future of military helicopters in this exciting book."--
5) Submarines
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They hide quietly in the ocean. They send torpedoes and missiles to enemy targets. They explore the ocean depths to learn more about the world in which we live. They are the jewels of the United States Navy. They have helped win wars. They are submarines. How do they work? What is their history? Check out this fun book to find out more.
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They are wide and strong. They can dodge bombs and bullets. They carry soldiers and weapons. They help save lives. They are light tactical vehicles. The U.S. military used trucks and jeeps before moving on to Humvees. Then came the Oshkosh L-ATV. This book tells readers all about how light tactical vehicles have evolved over the years.
7) Drones
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"Drones not only have a colorful history; they are also the wave of the future. They come in all shapes and sizes. They can be fast or slow. They can find targets and shoot at them. They can be used in war and peace. Drones are some of the most exciting and fascinating military vehicles in the world."--
8) Tanks
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One can imagine the exciting sight of tanks rolling into battle when reading this book. Tanks have been blasting away on battlefields around the world for more than 100 years. U.S. Army tanks have helped win battles that have won wars. This book takes readers into those battles that have changed the course of world history.
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One can imagine the exciting sight of tanks rolling into battle when reading this book. Tanks have been blasting away on battlefields around the world for more than 100 years. U.S. Army tanks have helped win battles that have won wars. This book takes readers into those battles that have changed the course of world history.