A History of Army Communications and Electronics at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, 1917-2007

A History of Army Communications and Electronics at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, 1917-2007
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Publisher: Department of the Army
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2008
Genre: History
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A History of Army Communications and Electronics at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, 1917-2007 chronicles ninety years of communications-electronics achievements carried out by the scientists, engineers, logisticians and support staff at Fort Monmouth, NJ. From homing pigeons to frequency hopping tactical radios, the personnel at Fort Monmouth have been at the forefront of providing the U.S. Army with the most reliable systems for communicating battlefield information. Special sections of the book are devoted to ground breaking achievements in "Famous Firsts", as well as "Celebrity Notes", a rundown on the notable and notorious figures in Fort Monmouth history. The book also includes information on commanding officers, tenants and post landmarks.

Preparing the U.S. Army for Homeland Security

Preparing the U.S. Army for Homeland Security
Author: Eric Victor Larson
Publisher: Rand Corporation
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2001
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780833029195

Although military policy seems focused on overseas threats, defending the homeland is, of course, the ultimate objective. This guide examines emergent threats to the USA homeland such as speciality weapons, cyber attacks and ballistic missiles and delineates the army's responsibilities.

Over the Beach

Over the Beach
Author: Donald W. Boose
Publisher: www.Militarybookshop.CompanyUK
Total Pages: 516
Release: 2010
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781907521089

Contains the definitive history of the extensive but little known U.S. Army amphibious operations during the Korean War, 1950-1953. Provides insights to modern planners crafting future joint or combined operations in that part of the world.Originally published in 2008. Illustrated.