Supporting Marines on the ground, the AH-1W Super Cobra performs a critical function for the United States Marine Corps. Loaded with weapons and capable of quick maneuvers, the Super Cobra is More →
Transportation
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When the United States Army needs to attack an enemy base, Apache helicopters are called into action. These fast, maneuverable vehicles are equipped with advanced technology to deal with any… More →
Many people believe that the United States Air Force’s F-22 Raptor is the most advanced jet fighter in the world. With stealth technology and powerful weapons, it can be used on a variety of… More →
An enemy ship is spotted 30 miles away from a United States Navy aircraft carrier. Sailors scramble to the deck to get F/A-18E/F Super Hornets airborne. Streaking into the sky, the Super… More →
The United States Air Force uses HH-60 Pave Hawks to deploy Special Forces and to perform search-and-rescue missions. Engaging photos and design highlight how the speed and technology of… More →
The main gun on an M109A6 Paladin can fire up to four rounds every minute. Each round can travel up to 15 miles (24 kilometers). The Paladin has been the backbone of United States Army… More →
Predator drones can be used for reconnaissance missions or targeted attacks. Pilots control the drones from remote locations, keeping them safe from enemy fire. These unmanned aerial vehicles More →
The Unexplained
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The world is full of mysteries. Do Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and ghosts exist? Can people really use ESP to see events with their mind? Has wreckage from a UFO been recovered? What are… More →
When there is danger in shallow water, Littoral Combat Ships are called into action. These ships can go in water too shallow for other ships of the United States Navy. Armed with high-tech… More →
Motorcycle drag racing is becoming a very popular motor sport. Amateur racers use their street bikes to drag race, while professionals use drag bikes that can reach 200 miles per hour.… More →
Ticonderoga Cruisers use their advanced Aegis System to defend U.S. Navy warships. Young students will join these guided-missile cruisers in action and read about the advanced weapons and… More →
Loaded with guns, torpedoes, and guided missiles, Arleigh Burke Destroyers are always ready to protect U.S. Navy warships. Young readers will learn how these destroyers use the latest… More →