Military Move

Americans have long been taught that events such as the notorious My Lai massacre were "isolated incidents" in the Vietnam War, carried out by a few "bad apples." However, as award-winning journalist and historian Nick Turse demonstrates in this pioneering investigation, violence against Vietnamese civilians was not at all exceptional. Rather, it was pervasive and systematic, the predictable consequence of official orders to "kill anything that moves."

If we could ensure that our TCKs would grow up healthy and resilient, we would do it in a heartbeat. In Raising up a Generation of Healthy Third Culture Kids, Lauren Wells has gifted us with a gentle guide and a preventive health primer, unique in the field of third culture kid literature. This book is a goldmine of wisdom, organized in a practical and readable format. While we cannot know all our TCKs will go through, we can take a giant step forward by learning how to multiply the benefits of a global life and conversely pay attention to the challenges that can become stumbling blocks to ...

A Pulitzer Prize-winning historian's acclaimed Civil War history of the complex man and controversial Union commander whose battlefield brilliance ensured the downfall of the Confederacy. Preeminent Civil War historian Bruce Catton narrows his focus on commander Ulysses S. Grant, whose bold tactics and relentless dedication to the Union ultimately ensured a Northern victory in the nation's bloodiest conflict.

In the blistering heat of Nigeria, former Air Force Special Operator Adam Burke is given his objective with a single task: Gather intel. Zero contact. But when Burke stumbles upon a horrifying truth within the presidential compound, zero contact no longer applies. Now, two targets loom large: The corrupt Nigerian leader and a savage warlord, whose sinister connection threatens thousands of innocent lives.

And Keep Moving On is the first book to see the Virginia campaign of spring 1864 as Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee saw it: a single, massive operation stretching hundreds of miles. The story of the campaign is also the story of the demise of two great armies. Mark Grimsley's study, however, is not just another battle book. Grimsley places the campaign in the political context of the 1864 presidential election; appraises the motivation of soldiers; appreciates the impact of the North's sea power advantage; questions conventional interpretations; and more.

With war afoot, James Sutton and Will Johnson are tasked with chasing down the Cowlee stealth ship that has the coordinates to Earth. If the ship makes it back to the Cowlees’ home world, life as we know it will end. Meanwhile, Holly Sutton is ready to attempt the jungle warfare school on Salchan. But when it doesn’t go as planned, she’ll be lucky to escape the swamps with her life.

On the ocean liner Mauretania, two European scientists with a dramatic new invention are barely rescued from abduction by the Van Dorn Detective Agency's intrepid chief investigator, Isaac Bell. Unfortunately, they are not so lucky the second time. The thugs attack again-and this time one of the...

A NEW BATTLE IS BREWING—ONE THAT WILL SOON RAGE ACROSS ALL POLITICAL AND GEOGRAPHIC LINES. As this new threat escalates, the US president calls on the members of Net Force to prevent global chaos. In Paris, the leader of a new political movement has gone into hiding, pursued by a relentless...

Are you moving to Beaufort, South Carolina? This comprehensive moving guide, written by Relocation Specialist Diana, is your key to unlocking Beaufort. Who is this guide for? Families: Discover top-ranked schools, kid-friendly activities, and a nurturing community. Military: Got orders? Here's you guide with resources for your next move. Retirees: Embrace tranquility, affordability, and a lifestyle built around relaxation. Professionals: Explore job opportunities and create a work-life balance with endless outdoor adventures. Anyone seeking a change: Beaufort offers a slower pace, lovely ...

A pledge of love and hope paves the way for a tale of courage and resilience… After Wilhelm Quedlin takes Hilde Dremmer as his bride, his heart is content and filled with love but his life becomes much more complicated. As he’s pulled deeper and deeper into his intelligence work, Q feels as if what he is doing, how he is contributing to the espionage of war, isn’t enough. More than once he’s ready to give up, but Hilde urges him to continue, to stay true to himself. She quietly bears all the hardship that war has brought to ordinary people like them until one day the unimaginable ...

🌴 Thinking about relocating to the enchanting Lowcountry? "Moving to Charleston South Carolina Relocation Guide for Families, Military, and Retirees" is your essential companion for making the Holy City your new home.🏖️ 📚 Inside this comprehensive guide, you'll find: An insider's tour of Charleston's diverse neighborhoods Family-focused insights on schools, activities, and child-friendly communities Retiree-specific information on healthcare, active adult living, and leisure opportunities Military homebuyer tips, including VA loan guidance and base proximity details Real-world ...

Discover what life was really like during World War 2 for over 100,000 Japanese Americans. Whether you are an immigrant or not, anyone can imagine what it would be like to live in a country that is totally new to you and where you aren’t fully accepted. The life of an immigrant can be shockingly difficult. Japanese people who immigrated to the United States of America felt the brunt of this truth. In the wake of Pearl Harbor, Japanese families were uprooted from their stable lives and put into harsh internment camps around the USA. Their homes were lost, their businesses sold, and their ...

Are you a military family getting orders to Joint Base Charleston for 2024? Make your transition seamless with this comprehensive relocation guide, created specifically for military members moving to Charleston, South Carolina and Joint Base Charleston. This guide covers everything you need for a successful military move to the Charleston area, including: Joint Base Charleston Info: Amenities, Housing, Facilities Charleston Family-Friendly Living: Best Neighborhoods, Top Schools, Kid Activities Charleston Area Home Buying: House Hunting Tips Moving to Charleston Checklist: Step-by-Step PCS ...

She thought she lost him forever. She never expected he’d be the one helping her love again. After the sudden death of her fiancé Paul, Jillie Sharp barely remembers how to live. Once the girl who lit up every room, she now moves through her small town like a shadow—quiet, numb, and holding on to memories that refuse to let go. Then she meets Dalton a former soldier carrying scars of his own. He’s steady, patient, and unexpectedly gentle, and he awakens something in Jillie she thought had died the night Paul did. But Paul never really left her. From the other side, he sees Jillie’s...

Abraham Lincoln, our greatest president, believed that our national character was defined by three key moments: the writing of the Constitution, our declaration of independence from England, and the beginning of slavery on the North American continent.

The Vickey Joins the Military Series is a story of how a call to serve went from two to twenty years. The books depict the journey from the initial decision to join the military through the many stops along the way. In this series of books, you will get a front row seat to how a 30-year-old journalist made a U-turn onto a vastly different career path. The tours of duty would not be a straight path of European tours back-to-back or back-to-back stateside tours. The reader will zigzag across countries and continents with the author, getting a first-hand look at a very interesting and dynamic ...

Trauma from abuse can crush your spirit unless you confront your enemies. After years of stuffing her emotions, putting on a happy face, and enduring hardship like a good airman, Jakia Lindley realized she needed to stand toe-to-toe against her foes. She needed to fight back.

When one of his best guys calls in sick, he's happy to lend a hand. The client is paying top dollar for kid gloves, and they'll need all the help they can get. That's when he meets Wren York, a pampered princess who thinks she can do his job better than him. She's an uptight control freak who needs to supervise every move he makes. She's cute but insufferable. Hot but a colossal pain in the butt. He just wants to do his job and go home. But she's making it impossible. If only he could figure her out. If only he could make her smile. Because the longer he stays, the more he's tempted.

Make Your Move: Charting Your Post-Military Career chronicles Moran's experiences - both in the Navy and his personal life. A personal light list of markers for achievement, Make Your Move shares powerful moments from Moran's young life, including learning to sail in South Florida and traveling the world as a young Naval officer. Along the way, he introduces the listeners to all the inspiring people who shaped his higher purpose and guided his progress.

Navigating the military lifestyle is not easy—but Jesus has His eye on those who are called to it, especially wives. Whether you face a parenting struggle, a marriage frustration, or yet another move, take heart in these encouragements as they empower you to embrace God’s peace and your unique role in His mission as a military wife.