Hit The Target

Author : Bill Yenne
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2015-07-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9780698155015

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Hit the Target by Bill Yenne Pdf

Selected for the Chief of Staff of the Air Force Reading List From Bill Yenne, author of the military histories Big Week and Aces High, comes the stirring true story of the Eighth Air Force in World War II. Less than a month after the attack on Pearl Harbor, the U.S. Army formed its first air force designated to operate overseas, the Eighth. Within four months, they had set up base in England. Three months later, they were bombing German targets in occupied Europe. The Eighth was the first bomber command on either side to commit to strategic daylight bombing. It was a major change in tactics—and the men of the Eighth paid the price in both lives and blood. But it was that very sacrifice that led the Allies to victory. Hit the Target introduces readers to those who made the Eighth Air Force the formidable juggernaut it soon became. Men of all ranks, from General Tooey Spaatz, the hard-driving founding commander, to Colonel Jimmy Doolittle, the hero who led the first air raid on Japan, to Maynard “Snuffy” Smith, the irascible first airman in Europe to be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, and Robert “Rosie” Rosenthal, who survived his time with the “Bloody Hundredth,” which lost airmen at a horrifying rate, and who went on to serve as a prosecutor at the Nuremberg Trials. The story of the Mighty Eighth is told through these men, whose careers paralleled the early history of aviation and who helped to revolutionize airborne warfare and win World War II. INCLUDES PHOTOS

Author : Carolyn Stringer
Publisher : Business Expert Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781606491386

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Setting Performance Targets by Carolyn Stringer Pdf

Targets are an important part of our work life, whether we are setting them or meeting them. Target setting forms part of the budgeting process and the performance management of business units and individuals. Unfortunately the behavioral impacts of target setting on performance are not well understood, and this can lead to serious consequences such as game playing. Target setting is an under-researched area. This book will help you fill the gap in target setting for performance. The pivotal issue in target setting is that it is an art as well as a science. Perhaps more of an art, requiring a balance between the psychologies of the people taking initiatives, the science of estimating probabilities and aligning with strategies, coupled with the effects of incentives. Another feature of this book is how the authors drew on ideas and research across disciplines, which is rarely done in this field. Inside this book, you will be introduced to some of the important methods in target setting such as forecasting, sensitivity analysis, and probability analysis; all of which include practical examples to show how these techniques can be directly applied. In the end, you'll learn how interrelated the various parts of organizational activities are and how they impact on each other, which is important since target setting must include an understanding of the organizational context (e.g., people, competitive environment, structure, strategy) as well as the impact of incentive compensation and information flows.

Author : Peter W. Culicover,Ray Jackendoff
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2005-07-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780191533808

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Simpler Syntax by Peter W. Culicover,Ray Jackendoff Pdf

This groundbreaking book offers a new and compelling perspective on the structure of human language. The fundamental issue it addresses is the proper balance between syntax and semantics, between structure and derivation, and between rule systems and lexicon. It argues that the balance struck by mainstream generative grammar is wrong. It puts forward a new basis for syntactic theory, drawing on a wide range of frameworks, and charts new directions for research. In the past four decades, theories of syntactic structure have become more abstract, and syntactic derivations have become ever more complex. Peter Culicover and Ray Jackendoff trace this development through the history of contemporary syntactic theory, showing how much it has been driven by theory-internal rather than empirical considerations. They develop an alternative that is responsive to linguistic, cognitive, computational, and biological concerns. At the core of this alternative is the Simpler Syntax Hypothesis: the most explanatory syntactic theory is one that imputes the minimum structure necessary to mediate between phonology and meaning. A consequence of this hypothesis is a far richer mapping between syntax and semantics than is generally assumed. Through concrete analyses of numerous grammatical phenomena, some well studied and some new, the authors demonstrate the empirical and conceptual superiority of the Simpler Syntax approach. Simpler Syntax is addressed to linguists of all persuasions. It will also be of central interest to those concerned with language in psychology, human biology, evolution, computational science, and artificial intellige

Author : Keith McCloud
Publisher : Gatekeeper Press
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781619845022

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HOLLIS MCCALISTER SUMMER CAMP by Keith McCloud Pdf

Author : C.N. Constantin,Jason Cable Hall
Publisher : Chris Constantin
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-12-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780994005502

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Dark Revelation - The Role Playing Game - Player's Guide by C.N. Constantin,Jason Cable Hall Pdf

The Hodgepocalypse takes North America and the d20 system and makes it a diverse world filed with magical rites, modern technology and bizarre cultures.

Author : Chienkuo Mi,Michael Slote,Ernest Sosa
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-05
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781317407669

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Moral and Intellectual Virtues in Western and Chinese Philosophy by Chienkuo Mi,Michael Slote,Ernest Sosa Pdf

This is the first book to bring together Western and Chinese perspectives on both moral and intellectual virtues. Editors Chienkuo Mi, Michael Slote, and Ernest Sosa have assembled some of the world’s leading epistemologists and ethicists—located in the U.S., Europe, and Asia—to explore in a global context what they are calling, "the virtue turn." The 15 chapters have never been published previously and by covering topics that bridge epistemology and moral philosophy suggest a widespread philosophical turn away from Kantian and Utilitarian issues and towards character- and agent-based concerns. A goal of this volume is to show students and researchers alike that the (re-)turn toward virtue underway in the Western tradition is being followed by a similar (re-)turn toward virtue in Chinese philosophy.

Author : Scott E. Graham
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Intelligence levels
ISBN : UVA:X030447233

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Assessing the Impact of Mental Category on Simulated Tank Gunnery Performance by Scott E. Graham Pdf

Author : Dr. V. C. Sinha,Dr. Alok Gupta,Dr. Jitendra Kumar Saxena
Publisher : SBPD Publications
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Business Statistics by Dr. V. C. Sinha, Dr. Alok Gupta, Dr. Jitendra Kumar Saxena (SBPD Publications) by Dr. V. C. Sinha,Dr. Alok Gupta,Dr. Jitendra Kumar Saxena Pdf

An excellent book for commerce students appearing in competitive, professional and other examinations. Business Statistics 1.Statistics : Concept, Nature and Limitations, 2.Statistics : Scope and Significance, 3.Types and Collection of Data, 4. Classification and Tabulation of Data, 5. Frequency Distribution, 6. Graphic Presentation of Data, 7. Measures of Central Tendency (Mean, Median, Mode), 8. Measures of Variation or Dispersion (Rang, Q. D., M. D. & S. D.), 9. Measures of Skewness, 10. Measures of Kurtosis, 11. Correlation, 12. Regression Analysis, 13. Probability Theory, 14. Probability Distributions (Binomial, Poisson and Normal), 15. Sampling Theory and Tests of Significance. 16. Appendix. SYLLABUS Unit I : Statistics : Concept, Significance & Limitation, Type of Data, Classification & Tabulation, Frequency Distribution & Graphical Representation. Unit II : Measures of Central Tendency (Mean, Median, Mode), Measures of Variation : Significance & Properties of a Good Measure of Variation : Range, Quartile Deviation, Mean Deviation and Standard Deviation, Measures of Skewness & Kurtosis. Unit III :Correlation : Significance of Correlation, Types of correlation, Simple Correlation, Scatter Diagram Method, Karl Pearson Coefficient of Correlation. Regression : Introduction, Regression Lines, Regression Equation & Regression Coefficient. Unit IV :Probability : Concept, Events, Addition Law, Conditional Probability, Multiplication Law & Baye’s Theorem [Simple Numerical], Probability Distribution : Binomial, Poisson and Normal. Unit V : Sampling Method of Sampling, Sampling and Non-Sampling Errors. Test of Hypothesis, Type-I and Type-II Errors, Large Sample Tests.

Author : J. Adam Carter,Emma C. Gordon,Benjamin Jarvis
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2017-11-10
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780191025617

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Knowledge First by J. Adam Carter,Emma C. Gordon,Benjamin Jarvis Pdf

'Knowledge-First' constitutes what is widely regarded as one of the most significant innovations in contemporary epistemology in the past 25 years. Knowledge-first epistemology is the idea that knowledge per se should not be analysed in terms of its constituent parts (e.g., justification, belief), but rather that these and other notions should be analysed in terms of the concept of knowledge. This volume features a substantive introduction and 13 original essays from leading and up-and-coming philosophers on the topic of knowledge-first philosophy. The contributors' essays range from foundational issues to applications of this project to other disciplines including the philosophy of mind, the philosophy of perception, ethics and action theory. Knowledge First: Approaches in Epistemology and Mind aims to provide a relatively open-ended forum for creative and original scholarship with the potential to contribute and advance debates connected with this philosophical project.

Author : Vincent Venturella
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09
Category : Games
ISBN : 9781257986033

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The Legacy of Heroes by Vincent Venturella Pdf

The Legacy of Heroes is a Fantasy Role Playing Game with a singular focus: imagination. The Legacy of Heroes Player's Guide offers everything you need to bring the myriad characters from movies, literature, mythology and anything else you can imagine to life on the page before you. This book contains 11 races, 11 classes, 40 heroic arcs and all the spells, styles, equipment, magic items and more you need for your own brave heroes to move from character to legend. The Legacy of Heroes exciting Heroic Talent and Heroic Moment systems empower the players to create truly memorable role-playing experiences like never before. This book facilitates that collaboration by giving you, the player, the tools you need for the stories you imagine in an efficient, simple, and familiar system based on the OGL license. The only question is, are you ready for your own legacy? Visit www.thelegacyofheroes.com for support, downloads and more!

Author : Warlord Games,Alessio Cavatore,Rick Priestley
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782009696

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Bolt Action: World War II Wargames Rules by Warlord Games,Alessio Cavatore,Rick Priestley Pdf

Written by veteran game designers Alessio Cavatore and Rick Priestley, Bolt Action provides all the rules needed to bring the great battles of World War II to your tabletop. Using miniature soldiers, tanks and terrain, you can fight battles in the shattered towns of occupied France, the barren deserts of North Africa, and even the sweltering jungles of the Pacific. Players get to decide which of the major or minor World War II powers they would like to represent, and then construct their armies from the lists provided. Army options are almost limitless, allowing you to build the kind of army that most appeals to your style of play, from heavily armored tank forces to lightly armed, but highly skilled. The choice is yours. Created as a joint project between Warlord Games, the premiere historical miniatures company, and Osprey Publishing, the leading independent military history publisher, Bolt Action is sure to be the most popular new wargame on the market.

Author : U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences,United States. Department of the Army. Personnel Research Office,United States. Dept. of the Army
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1954
Category : Military research
ISBN : UOM:39015081878517

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Technical Research Note by U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences,United States. Department of the Army. Personnel Research Office,United States. Dept. of the Army Pdf

Author : K Gunavathi
Publisher : S. Chand Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2008-01-01
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9788121923569

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Probability and Queueing Theory by K Gunavathi Pdf

Common to CSE and IT for all Anna Universities

Author : Sharma J.K.
Publisher : Vikas Publishing House
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789325976177

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Business Statistics: Problems & Solutions by Sharma J.K. Pdf

This book meets the specific and complete requirements of students pursuing MBA/PGDBM, B.Com., M.Com., MA(Eco), CA, ICWA, BBA, BIS/BIT/BCA, etc., courses, who need to understand the basic concepts of business statistics and apply results directly to real-life business problems. The book also suits the requirements of students who need practical knowledge of the subject, as well as for those preparing for competitive examinations.

Author : A.Y. Yakovlev,L. Pavlova,L.G. Hanin
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2020-11-25
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781000099379

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Biomathematical Problems in Optimization of Cancer Radiotherapy by A.Y. Yakovlev,L. Pavlova,L.G. Hanin Pdf

Biomathematical Problems in Optimization of Cancer Radiotherapy provides insight into the role of cell population heterogeneity in the optimal control of fractionated irradiation of tumors. The book emphasizes the mathematical modeling aspect of the problem and presents the state of the art in the stochastic description of irradiated cell survival. Some of the results are of general theoretical interest and can be applied to other areas of optimal control methodology. Detailed explanations of all mathematical statements are provided throughout the text. The book is excellent for biomathematicians, radiotherapists, oncologists, health physicists, and other researchers and students interested in the topic.