Author: Jerry Buss
Publisher: Badger Books Inc.
ISBN: 9781878569523
Category : Clark County (Wis.)
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
It was more than ironic that the Kruegerbrothers- Eniis, Frank, Leslie, and Louie-chose to defend their pascifist beliefs during WWI with guns blazing. The aftermath of a dramatic shootout in Withee, Wisconsin left two men dead and several wounded as well as an ugly legacy of government intervention gone awry.
A War of Their Own
Author: Captain Usaf Rodman, Matthew
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781478344483
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
As shared by Jonathan D. George, Colonel, USAF with regard to Matthew K. Rodman's, book “A War on Their Own: Bombers over the Southwest Pacific.” “Capt. Matt Rodman's book is an intriguing study of a moment in history when combat airpower played a key role in achieving victory. He expertly recounts how Fifth Air Force quickly developed new tactics and procedures that “saved the day.” The perfection of low-altitude bombing, strafing, and skip bombing made differences that in hindsight are easy to recognize and quantify. Without them the Fifth would have found itself in a longer, costlier fight with an uncertain outcome. However, these new tactics hurt the enemy to the extent that the Allies eventually prevailed. The real value of Captain Rodman's study, however, lies not so much in his excellent retelling of significant developments in airpower as in his pushing the need for us to be flexible, adaptive, opportunistic, and entrepreneurial while safeguarding our core values and capitalizing on our core competencies. He therefore helps us take some of the uncertainty out of the largely unpredictable future by stressing the importance of “effective adaptability.” Obviously, many components determine success—preparation, resources, knowledge, and determination, to name just a few. None of these, however, have nearly the importance as the creative ability to adapt effectively in order to confront the threat and deliver victory. By telling us the story of Fifth Air Force in the Southwest Pacific, Captain Rodman schools us on our need to employ all of our resources creatively, no matter their limitations. Our future battles will be new and different, as will the actions we take, even though they derive from our past successes. In the mid-1980s, experts would have had difficulty forecasting the effectiveness of the precision and near-precision aerial strikes we executed in Iraq just a few years later. In the mid-1990s, almost no one could have envisioned allied and joint ground forces, some riding on horseback, communicating through satellites to a multitude of aircraft that produced effects leading to our triumph in Operation Enduring Freedom. Today we can only venture a guess—and probably not very accurately—at what we will confront in the coming years. But this much is certain: we will face challenges unlike those of the past, and victory will go to the team that can best adapt its resources to stop the enemy. Captain Rodman's great effort convinces us that it is our legacy to maintain and even enhance that ability.”
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781478344483
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
As shared by Jonathan D. George, Colonel, USAF with regard to Matthew K. Rodman's, book “A War on Their Own: Bombers over the Southwest Pacific.” “Capt. Matt Rodman's book is an intriguing study of a moment in history when combat airpower played a key role in achieving victory. He expertly recounts how Fifth Air Force quickly developed new tactics and procedures that “saved the day.” The perfection of low-altitude bombing, strafing, and skip bombing made differences that in hindsight are easy to recognize and quantify. Without them the Fifth would have found itself in a longer, costlier fight with an uncertain outcome. However, these new tactics hurt the enemy to the extent that the Allies eventually prevailed. The real value of Captain Rodman's study, however, lies not so much in his excellent retelling of significant developments in airpower as in his pushing the need for us to be flexible, adaptive, opportunistic, and entrepreneurial while safeguarding our core values and capitalizing on our core competencies. He therefore helps us take some of the uncertainty out of the largely unpredictable future by stressing the importance of “effective adaptability.” Obviously, many components determine success—preparation, resources, knowledge, and determination, to name just a few. None of these, however, have nearly the importance as the creative ability to adapt effectively in order to confront the threat and deliver victory. By telling us the story of Fifth Air Force in the Southwest Pacific, Captain Rodman schools us on our need to employ all of our resources creatively, no matter their limitations. Our future battles will be new and different, as will the actions we take, even though they derive from our past successes. In the mid-1980s, experts would have had difficulty forecasting the effectiveness of the precision and near-precision aerial strikes we executed in Iraq just a few years later. In the mid-1990s, almost no one could have envisioned allied and joint ground forces, some riding on horseback, communicating through satellites to a multitude of aircraft that produced effects leading to our triumph in Operation Enduring Freedom. Today we can only venture a guess—and probably not very accurately—at what we will confront in the coming years. But this much is certain: we will face challenges unlike those of the past, and victory will go to the team that can best adapt its resources to stop the enemy. Captain Rodman's great effort convinces us that it is our legacy to maintain and even enhance that ability.”
A War of Their Own
Author: Jerry Buss
Publisher: Badger Books Inc.
ISBN: 9781878569523
Category : Clark County (Wis.)
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
It was more than ironic that the Kruegerbrothers- Eniis, Frank, Leslie, and Louie-chose to defend their pascifist beliefs during WWI with guns blazing. The aftermath of a dramatic shootout in Withee, Wisconsin left two men dead and several wounded as well as an ugly legacy of government intervention gone awry.
Publisher: Badger Books Inc.
ISBN: 9781878569523
Category : Clark County (Wis.)
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
It was more than ironic that the Kruegerbrothers- Eniis, Frank, Leslie, and Louie-chose to defend their pascifist beliefs during WWI with guns blazing. The aftermath of a dramatic shootout in Withee, Wisconsin left two men dead and several wounded as well as an ugly legacy of government intervention gone awry.
World War II in Their Own Words
Author: Brian Lockman
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811732093
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Gripping firsthand accounts. Then-and-now photos of veterans. Maps and sidebars highlight battles, generals, units, and equipment.
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 9780811732093
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Gripping firsthand accounts. Then-and-now photos of veterans. Maps and sidebars highlight battles, generals, units, and equipment.
A Little War of Our Own
Author: Don Dedera
Publisher: Northland Publishing
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
An account of Arizona's most famous fued the Pleasant Valley War or Graham-Tewksbury Feud.
Publisher: Northland Publishing
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
An account of Arizona's most famous fued the Pleasant Valley War or Graham-Tewksbury Feud.
Storming Caesars Palace
Author: Annelise Orleck
Publisher: Beacon Press
ISBN: 0807097217
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
The inspirational and little-known story of welfare mothers in Las Vegas, America's Sin City, who crafted an original response to poverty-from the ground up In Storming Caesars Palace, historian Annelise Orleck tells the compelling story of how a group of welfare mothers built one of this country's most successful antipoverty programs. Declaring "We can do it and do it better," these women proved that poor mothers are the real experts on poverty. In 1972 they founded Operation Life, which was responsible for many firsts for the poor in Las Vegas-the first library, medical center, daycare center, job training, and senior citizen housing. By the late 1970s, Operation Life was bringing millions of dollars into the community. These women became influential in Washington, DC-respected and listened to by political heavyweights such as Daniel Patrick Moynihan, Ted Kennedy, and Jimmy Carter. Though they lost their funding with the country's move toward conservatism in the 1980s, their struggles and phenomenal triumphs still stand as a critical lesson about what can be achieved when those on welfare chart their own course.
Publisher: Beacon Press
ISBN: 0807097217
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
The inspirational and little-known story of welfare mothers in Las Vegas, America's Sin City, who crafted an original response to poverty-from the ground up In Storming Caesars Palace, historian Annelise Orleck tells the compelling story of how a group of welfare mothers built one of this country's most successful antipoverty programs. Declaring "We can do it and do it better," these women proved that poor mothers are the real experts on poverty. In 1972 they founded Operation Life, which was responsible for many firsts for the poor in Las Vegas-the first library, medical center, daycare center, job training, and senior citizen housing. By the late 1970s, Operation Life was bringing millions of dollars into the community. These women became influential in Washington, DC-respected and listened to by political heavyweights such as Daniel Patrick Moynihan, Ted Kennedy, and Jimmy Carter. Though they lost their funding with the country's move toward conservatism in the 1980s, their struggles and phenomenal triumphs still stand as a critical lesson about what can be achieved when those on welfare chart their own course.
Tommy Atkins at War: As Told in His Own Letters
Author: James Alexander Kilpatrick
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
James Alexander Kilpatrick's book "Tommy Atkins at War: As Told in His Own Letters" provides a poignant and insightful look into the life of a British soldier during wartime. Written in a straightforward and heartfelt manner, the book compiles letters written by Tommy Atkins himself, giving readers a firsthand account of the challenges and triumphs faced on the battlefield. Kilpatrick's detailed descriptions of the realities of war paint a vivid picture of the struggles and sacrifices made by soldiers during this tumultuous period in history. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or the human experience during war. Kilpatrick's writing style is both informative and engaging, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Through Tommy Atkins' letters, readers gain a deeper understanding of the personal experiences and emotions of soldiers during wartime. Kilpatrick's dedication to preserving these letters and sharing them with the world highlights the importance of remembering and honoring those who have served their country.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
James Alexander Kilpatrick's book "Tommy Atkins at War: As Told in His Own Letters" provides a poignant and insightful look into the life of a British soldier during wartime. Written in a straightforward and heartfelt manner, the book compiles letters written by Tommy Atkins himself, giving readers a firsthand account of the challenges and triumphs faced on the battlefield. Kilpatrick's detailed descriptions of the realities of war paint a vivid picture of the struggles and sacrifices made by soldiers during this tumultuous period in history. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or the human experience during war. Kilpatrick's writing style is both informative and engaging, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Through Tommy Atkins' letters, readers gain a deeper understanding of the personal experiences and emotions of soldiers during wartime. Kilpatrick's dedication to preserving these letters and sharing them with the world highlights the importance of remembering and honoring those who have served their country.
Unity
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Liberalism (Religion)
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Liberalism (Religion)
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
The Outlook
Author: Lyman Abbott
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 1062
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 1062
Book Description
The Monthly Review
Author: Ralph Griffiths
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Books
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Books
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description