Vietnam was a different kind of war, calling for a different kind of soldier.

Undimmed and unmuddied by the passing of years, Johnson's account is unique in the annals of Vietnam literature. Moreover, it is a timeless testimony to the sacrifice and heroism of the LRRPs who dared to risk it all.

In mid-1943 James Megellas, known as “Maggie” to his fellow paratroopers, joined the 82d Airborne Division, his new “home” for the duration. His first taste of combat was in the rugged mountains outside Naples.

More than 100 compelling, true stories of personal heroism and valor– in a special expanded edition honoring courage in the face of war.

Author Larry Chambers vividly describes the guts and courage it took to pass the though volunteer-only training program in Nha Tarng to be part of the 5th Special Forces Recondo School, the hair-raising graduation mission to scout out, locate, and out-guerilla the NVA.

An experienced Pentagon correspondent for Newsweek reveals the excruciating training and dangerous missions of America's elite fighting forces, including the Navy SEALs and Delta Force, following them into battle in Desert Storm.

"The American sniper could be regarded as the greatest all-around rifleman the world has ever known. . . ."

Young readers will love the legend of the great American aviator, Chuck Yeager, who grew up from humble beginnings to become the first person to fly a plane faster than the speed of sound.

One year ago, Captain Jake Mahegan led a Delta Force team into Afghanistan to capture an American traitor working for the Taliban.

Now more than ever, kids want to know about our country's great struggles during World War II.

The perfect Christmas book for military families and anyone with loved ones serving overseas.

On the 27th of June, 1968, a battle, one of many that preceded and succeeded it, was fought on the eastern fringe of a place called War Zone D, approximately 70 miles north of Saigon.

This book was designed to help children of military families become excited about moving to new places.

Historic WWII reproduction map.

At 10:00 AM on March 24, 1945, a literal "sky train" of two and one-half hours in length flew in 226 C-47 and 72 C-46 transport planes carrying 17,122 paratroopers together with 906 gliders being pulled by 610 C-47 tow planes.

60 Years of Airborne [1942-2002]

The story of the 'fighting 99th'--the first squadron of African American U.S. Army Air Corps fighter pilots in WWII. Laurence Fishburne stars in this thrilling HBO Original Movie.

The Victory Belles are a delightful vocal trio performing the music of the 1940's, serenading audiences at The National WWII Museum and across the globe.

This popular, charming vocal trio is in a holiday mood!

Priceless films from the National Archives

Memories and Reflections of a Combat Veteran, from Normandy to Afghanistan

From the best-selling author of Black Hawk Down comes a riveting, definitive chronicle of the Iran hostage crisis, America’s first battle with militant Islam.

In a seemingly impossible mission, the Monuments Men, as they were called, find themselves risking their lives in a race against time to avoid the destruction of 1,000 years of culture.

A story about a Dutch-born puppy and her journey to become a member of the greatest fighting force in the world …Learn about adversity, dedication, gratitude, love, and sacrifice through the eyes of a Special Operations Forces K-9.

Winner of the 2004 Arthur Ross Book Award from the Council on Foreign Relations

“Kurt Muse handed over his passport at Torrijos International Airport, just as he’d done countless times. Instantly, he sensed that something was wrong.”

Thousands have been wounded in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Five have survived quadruple amputee injuries. This is one soldier's story.

From the bestselling author of Hero Found comes the incredible true story of one of the greatest military rescues of all time, the 1945 World War II prison camp raid at Los Baños in the Philippines—a tale of daring, courage, and heroism that joins the ranks of Ghost Soldiers, Unbroken, and The Boys of Pointe du Hoc.

It started as a mission to capture a Somali warlord. It turned into a disastrous urban firefight and death-defying rescue operation that shocked the world and rattled a great nation.

They are America's front lines--serving proudly in forward areas around the world.