{"product_id":"the-handy-armed-forces-answer-book-9781578597437","title":"The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe story of the United States military is the story of the country\nitself. Both have grown and changed over time. Learn about the unique\nhistories, traditions, weapons, leaders, stats, and fun facts of the\nArmy, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Space Force,\nand their roles within the military in this fun and fascinating\nguide!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e From the few hundred soldiers in its ranks when it was first established,\nto the over one million service members today, the U.S. military has\ngrown in power and size over its 250-year history. Its organization\nand branches have changed to adapt to new technologies and national\nneeds. \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Handy Armed Forces Answer Book: Your Guide to the\nWhats and Whys of the U.S. Military \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003elooks at each branch of\nthe U.S. military. 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