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Author: William Mitchell
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Category : Aeronautics, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 328

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Author: William Mitchell
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Languages : en
Pages : 223

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Author: William Mitchell
Publisher: Theclassics.Us
ISBN: 9781230347370
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Languages : en
Pages : 50

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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1921 edition. Excerpt: ...at the present time, the United States has a monopoly on all helium in the world. It is found in small quantities in other places, but not to a sufficient extent to make it practicable at this time for production in great quantities for airships. The method by which this gas is obtained is to subject the natural gas to high pressure and low temperature which, when it reaches a certain point, solidifies the ordinary natural, or coal gas as it is called, leaving the helium still free. It is then drawn off and put into tubes. This gas may be mixed with about eighteen per cent of hydrogen and still retain its non-inflammable qualities. The United States Government is now experimenting very successfully with the production of this gas, and some civilian companies are projecting its extraction on a commercial basis, being convinced that airship communication is only a short way off. While helium will be of tremendous advantage for airships in case of war, it is interesting to note that, during the War, not one single instance occurred of a Zeppelin being burned except from hostile attack. In other words, the ship, in so far as its own self is concerned, is perfectly safe against fire, and, of course, as long as we use gasoline for fuel for the engines, an inflammable element remains which will cause fire irrespective of what lifting gas is used in the envelope. As helium has never been tried on a practical basis we do not yet know just what its effect will be. A certain amount of helium has been procured and put into tubes, and was just being sent abroad for use in the captive balloons when the war in Europe ceased. That airships will be a potent factor in all communications in a comparatively few years, there can be no doubt. As the great...

Author: William Mitchell
Publisher: Sagwan Press
ISBN: 9781376848038
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Languages : en
Pages : 324

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Author: William Mitchell
Publisher: Nabu Press
ISBN: 9781293344217
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Languages : en
Pages : 324

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Author: Richard Moody Swain
Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 9780160937583
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 216

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In 1950, when he commissioned the first edition of The Armed Forces Officer, Secretary of Defense George C. Marshall told its author, S.L.A. Marshall, that "American military officers, of whatever service, should share common ground ethically and morally." In this new edition, the authors methodically explore that common ground, reflecting on the basics of the Profession of Arms, and the officer's special place and distinctive obligations within that profession and especially to the Constitution.

Author: William H. Tunner
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ISBN: 9781437912852
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Languages : en
Pages : 340

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The memoirs of Lieutenant General William H. Tunner, a key leader in the development of military airlift from World War II through 1960. He recounts major challenges of his career: organizing the aircraft ferrying effort of World War II, flying the "Hump" route of supply from India to China, managing the Berlin Airlift in 1948 and 1949, and commanding the Combat Cargo Command of Far East Air Forces in the crucial early months of the Korean War. Photos.

Author: National Defense University Press
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Languages : en
Pages : 48

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Author: Department of Defense
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Languages : en
Pages : 178

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The Noncommissioned Officer and Petty Officer BACKBONE of the Armed Forces. Introduction The Backbone of the Armed Forces To be a member of the United States Armed Forces--to wear the uniform of the Nation and the stripes, chevrons, or anchors of the military Services--is to continue a legacy of service, honor, and patriotism that transcends generations. Answering the call to serve is to join the long line of selfless patriots who make up the Profession of Arms. This profession does not belong solely to the United States. It stretches across borders and time to encompass a culture of service, expertise, and, in most cases, patriotism. Today, the Nation's young men and women voluntarily take an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States and fall into formation with other proud and determined individuals who have answered the call to defend freedom. This splendid legacy, forged in crisis and enriched during times of peace, is deeply rooted in a time-tested warrior ethos. It is inspired by the notion of contributing to something larger, deeper, and more profound than one's own self. Notice: This is a printed Paperback version of the "The Noncommissioned Officer and Petty Officer BACKBONE of the Armed Forces". Full version, All Chapters included. This publication is available (Electronic version) in the official website of the National Defense University (NDU). This document is properly formatted and printed as a perfect sized copy 6x9".

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780366388868
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 662

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Excerpt from Army-Navy-Air Force Register and Defense Times Oil. Three months if they are deo pended upon to furnish all that this country needs. Two years ago government authorities and some of the experts who had been studying the oil nituation. Predicted that at the rate of consumption and production. As that was reported in is. Oar oil reuources will have been exhausted in about sixteen ysana Oi course. There was in mind the contlnaency that new and rlch oil yields; not at that time linowo. Might be discovered and exploited. Now this coverhment authority tells the Petroleum Institute that ill the present rate of consumption and production. Our ltnown oil resources will be ex hausted in a little over nine years. This h a startling reduction trom the estimate made two rears ago. It tells a story oi the increased use of the various products of petroleum. Not only in the United States. But eleewhere. It shows how vital to the Industries of the United States and to some form of transporta tion. Petroleum products have become. The use of oil by an increased number of ships has served to draw heavily and beyond the former estimate of yearly consumption. Upon tho oil supply and pre sented directly to the Navy Department the problem at providing this tool to ships of war In the years to come. It looks now as it there would have to be a return to the coal-burning vessel during the next is or it years. Unless this country is able to acquire sources or supply of which the experts do not at present know. Other national have been more re mmlral oi the future than has this country. Which has not even looited after tut domestic supply and has failed to develop and conserve where it anould. It is quite npparont, in view or the recent estimate of the geological experts. That the Navy Department has a new problem on its hands sooner than was expected. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.