Horses, Donkeys, and Mules in the Marines

Horses, Donkeys, and Mules in the Marines
Author: Meish Goldish
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1617724963

In the Korean War, a horse named Reckless worked alongside U.S. Marines to carry heavy ammunition to the front lines. During one battle, Reckless made 51 trips to the front lines in a single day, and even brought wounded soldiers back to the base camp. Today, horses, donkeys, and mules help Marines who are fighting in the mountains of Afghanistan. These animals can move across rough, rocky terrain that trucks and Humvees cannot negotiate. In this book, young readers will meet the pack animals that help the U.S. Marines by carrying weapons and supplies. They'll also discover the history, training, and care of these brave working animals. Full-color photos and dramatic true tales capture the stories of these animals and their critical military missions.

Horses, Donkeys, and Mules in the Marines

Horses, Donkeys, and Mules in the Marines
Author: Meish Goldish
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
Total Pages: 29
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 161772453X

Explores how horses, donkeys, and mules are used in the military; introduces Reckless, a horse used by the Marines during the Korean War; and discusses the training for both the soldiers and the animals.

Brighty of the Grand Canyon

Brighty of the Grand Canyon
Author: Marguerite Henry
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 230
Release: 1953
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0689714858

About a little burro who was found running wild along Bright Angel Creek. Grades 5-8.

The Art and Science of Clicker Training for Horses

The Art and Science of Clicker Training for Horses
Author: Benjamin L. Hart
Publisher: Souvenir Press
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2011-03-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 0285639722

Everything you have wanted to know, but have never had the opportunity to ask, can be found in this book. Ben Hart aims to provide each trainer with a working understanding of clicker training science and technique, empowering you with the skills and knowledge to enable you to adapt these techniques to suit you and your horse. A clear, concise and accessible guide that will help you develop a positive approach to horse training: this is an indispensable illustrated guide to an exciting, effective and positive method of training horses. How does a small plastic box bridge the gap between desired behaviour and effective positive reinforcement, and in doing so greatly enhance equine-human communication? Ben Hart explains the evolution of clicker training from its use with dogs and marine animals to its place in horsemanship. He answers all of the most frequently asked questions and offers practical solutions to some of the common problems that are experienced during training. Ben Hart gives all owners the opportunity to develop their training abilities and to improve their equine relationships. Whether you want to remove bad behaviours, reward new ones, build confidence, improve problem solving skills or just understand your horse better, clicker training is the most positive approach to equine training currently available. Ben Hart explains the evolution of clicker training from its use with dogs and marine animals, its place in horsemanship, and the importance of refining its use specifically for equines. From experience gained all over the world, Ben answers all the most frequently asked questions, whilst solving common problems that are experienced during clicker training. The author bases his approach to training on mutual trust between equine and human, using common sense and honesty to encourage people to follow their own path to horsemanship. He skilfully balances the art and science of behaviour to help anyone develop a positive approach to equine training that works with horses, donkeys and mules. Clear, concise and accessible, this is an indispensable guide to an effective and positive method of training equines.

Small Wars Manual

Small Wars Manual
Author: United States. Marine Corps
Publisher:
Total Pages: 602
Release: 1940
Genre: Guerrilla warfare
ISBN:

Shavetails and Bell Sharps

Shavetails and Bell Sharps
Author: Emmett M. Essin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 288
Release: 1997
Genre: History
ISBN:

The last U.S. Army mules were formally mustered out of the service in December 1956, ending 125 years of military reliance on the virtues of this singular animal. Much less glamorous than the cavalryman’s horse, the Army pack mule was a good deal more important: from the Mexican War through World War II, mules were an indispensable adjunct to army movement. The author has exhaustively researched the ubiquitous yet nearly invisible army mule. Through his work we learn a great deal about military procurement, transport, and supply, the bedrock on which military mobility rests.

Sea Lions in the Navy

Sea Lions in the Navy
Author: Meish Goldish
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
Total Pages: 29
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1617724505

Explores how sea lions help the Navy, discusses why they are used to retrieve military equipment from the ocean, and describes their training.

US Marine Corps in World War I 1917–18

US Marine Corps in World War I 1917–18
Author: Mark Henry
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 119
Release: 2012-10-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1782005196

Though the US Marines initially struggled to maintain their distinctive identity within the huge American Expeditionary Force in France, their unforgettable performance at Belleau Wood, Soissons, St Mihiel, Blanc Mont and the Meuse-Argonne established their reputation as 'the most aggressive body of diehards on the Western Front'. This book describes the organization of this formidable force from 1917-18 and details their uniforms, insignia and decorations, weapons and equipment. Numerous photographs and eight full colour plates vividly depict the various ranks of the US Marine Corps.