"Engaging images accompany information about Marine Expeditionary Units. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the fight for survival as a member of the U.S. Special Forces"--Provided by publisher.

On October 25, 2003, CIA Paramilitary Operative William "Chief" Carlson was on a dangerous mission in eastern Afghanistan. He and his team were tracking down terrorists in a rugged mountain area. Without warning, a bomb whizzed through the air, heading straight for their vehicle. Special Operative Carlson knew he had to take immediate action, but would he be able to save his men in time? In this gripping book, young readers will meet the CIA Paramilitary...

Presents the U.S. Army Special Operations Command, including the various sub-groups, their history, missions, training, and equipment.

Explains how special forces soldiers are chosen and trained, the different kinds of missions for which they are used, how special forces teams are organized, and the specific functions they perform.

Introduces the U.S. Army's Airborne Rangers, their history, mission, development, training, and equipment.

"A countdown of five of the . . . Army Ranger achievements . . . readers learn about the training, skills, and gear utilized by this elite special operations force."--