The story of the United States military is the story of the countryitself. Both have grown and changed over time. Learn about the uniquehistories, traditions, weapons, leaders, stats, and fun facts of theArmy, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Space Force, and their roles within the military in this fun and fascinatingguide! From the few hundred soldiers in its ranks when it was first established, to the over one million service members today, the U.S. military hasgrown in power and size over its 250-year history. Its organizationand branches have changed to adapt to new technologies and nationalneeds. The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book: Your Guide to theWhats and Whys of the U.S. Military looks at each branch ofthe U.S. military. It answers more than 500 of the most intriguing questions, including ... and t and tHow and tis the U.S. military organized? and t and tHow and tdo the branches work together? and t and tWhen and tdid the Army Air Corps become the U.S. Army Air Force? and t and tWhat and tis the selection process like for Special Forces? and t and tWho and twas the Continental Army's first Commander in Chief? and t and tHow and tdoes the military rank structure function? and t and tHow and tdoes somebody become an Air Force officer? and t and tWhat and twas the and "Brown Water Navy and "? and t and tWhat and tis the motto of the Coast Guard? and t and tHow and tmany bases does the military have? and t and tWhat and tis the Marine Corps Hymn? and t and tDid and tany Coast Guard vessels serve in combat? and t and tWhat and ttype of aircraft is Air Force One? and t and tWho and tsaid and "Retreat? Hell! We just got here! and " and t and tWho and twere the Buffalo Soldiers? and t and tWhat and tare the Blue Angels? and t and tWhat and tis the most challenging USAF plane to fly? and t and tWhat and tis the origin of the Coast Guard and "racing stripe and "? and t and tDoes and tthe Space Force have any operational bases? and t and tHow and tdid a mutiny help establish the United States Naval Academy? and t and tWhat and tis the longest-serving personal weapon used by the American soldier? and t and tWhat and tis the difference between a UAV and a drone? and t and tWhat and tattack submarines does the Navy deploy? and t and tWho and tdefends the United States against cyberattacks and other digital and tthreats?The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Space Forceare uniquely American, each in their own way. Learn what makes eachbranch special in The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book!With more than 140 photos and graphics, this fascinating to me isrichly illustrated. Its helpful bibliography and extensive index addto its usefulness.