The Air Force in Action presents the history of the United States Air Force and provides an overview of career opportunities in this service. The book explores structure and size, careers and pay, boot camp, life in the service, as well as how to join the U.S. Air Force. One chapter focuses on women and minorities in the military.
Table of Contents
The Mission of Today’s Air Force
History of the Air Force
Joining the Air Force
Structure of the Air Force
Careers in the Air Force
Women and Minorities in the Air Force
The Future of the Air Force
Chapter Notes
Glossary
Further Reading
Internet Addresses
Index
Reviews
The Horn Book Guide
January-June 2002...
U.S. Military Branches and Careers series. Published fall 2001. This formulaic series entry traces the history of the U.S. Air Force, discusses career specialties available to enlisted personnel and officers, and explores the roles of women and minorities. Occasional information boxes spotlight famous veterans, such as Chuck Yeager, and notable aircraft. Accompanied by rather gray black-and-white photos, the book will be helpful to those considering a military career.
About the Author
Wanda Langley, a former teacher, writes nonfiction for young people. She first became interested in aviation while doing research for her book on the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II. The author lives in San Angelo, Texas, near Goodfellow Air Force Base.
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