Prelude to the Total Force

Prelude to the Total Force
Author: Charles Joseph Gross
Publisher:
Total Pages: 268
Release: 1985
Genre: United States
ISBN:

This volume is a study of the origins and evolution of the Air National Guard. This history was written during 1978-1979 by the author as part of his doctoral program in military history. The expanding role of the Guard and its close cooperation with the Air Force are the author's themes, explaining the rise of the Guard to the prominence it plays in today's air operations.

Apollo's Warriors

Apollo's Warriors
Author: Michael E. Haas
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 388
Release: 1998-05
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780788149832

Presenting a fascinating insider's view of U.S.A.F. special operations, this volume brings to life the critical contributions these forces have made to the exercise of air & space power. Focusing in particular on the period between the Korean War & the Indochina wars of 1950-1979, the accounts of numerous missions are profusely illustrated with photos & maps. Includes a discussion of AF operations in Europe during WWII, as well as profiles of Air Commandos who performed above & beyond the call of duty. Reflects on the need for financial & political support for restoration of the forces. Bibliography. Extensive photos & maps. Charts & tables.

Foundation of the Force

Foundation of the Force
Author: Mark R. Grandstaff
Publisher: Government Printing Office
Total Pages: 316
Release: 1997
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780160490415

A study of how Air Force enlisted personnel helped shape the fi%ture Air Force and foster professionalism among noncommissioned officers in the 195Os.

Air Force Roles and Missions

Air Force Roles and Missions
Author: Warren A. Trest
Publisher: Department of the Air Force
Total Pages: 344
Release: 1998
Genre: History
ISBN:

Traces the usage of- and meaning given to- the terms "roles and missions" relating to the armed forces and particularly to the United States Air Force, from 1907 to the present.

Turning Point

Turning Point
Author: Charles Joseph Gross
Publisher:
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2000
Genre: Korean War, 1950-1953
ISBN:

Prelude to the Total Force

Prelude to the Total Force
Author: Charles Joseph Gross
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 267
Release: 1984
Genre: United States
ISBN: 1428993533

This volume is a study of the origins and evolution of the Air National Guard. This history was written during 1978-1979 by the author as part of his doctoral program in military history. The expanding role of the Guard and its close cooperation with the Air Force are the author's themes, explaining the rise of the Guard to the prominence it plays in today's air operations.

The Struggle for Air Force Independence

The Struggle for Air Force Independence
Author: Herman S. Wolk
Publisher: Government Reprints Press
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2001-06-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781931641197

This series introduces the core areas of chemical science, covering important concepts in an easy, accessible style. Each title contains a number of experiments and demonstrations, approached through the process of problem, hypothesis, experiment and conclusion. All the books support the QCA schemes of work and contain: definitions of important terms and explanations of key concepts; formulae and word equations; and the periodic table with explanatory notes. This title explores the concepts of the states of matter.

The Air National Guard and the American Military Tradition

The Air National Guard and the American Military Tradition
Author: Charles Joseph Gross
Publisher: Defense Department
Total Pages: 260
Release: 1995
Genre: History
ISBN:

Recounts the Air National Guard's service and heritage as part of the nation's military forces. Traces the militia tradition and connects this story with the rising influence of air power. Outlines the Air National Guard's three primary missions: to reinforce active duty forces in wartime; to assist State governments responding to natural disasters and public emergencies; and to provide various community service functions. L.C. card 94-067989.

Linebacker II

Linebacker II
Author: James R. McCarthy
Publisher:
Total Pages: 228
Release: 1979
Genre: Government publications
ISBN: