The U S Army Rangers

Author : Mir Bahmanyar
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2011-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780960760

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Shadow Warriors by Mir Bahmanyar Pdf

No American military unit can claim as colorful and volatile a history as the Rangers, who have led the way in America's wars for well over 300 years. This book traces the Rangers from the time of Robert Rogers during the French-Indian War of the 18th century to the most recent combat operations in Iraq. With a focus on today's Army Rangers, who combine the rugged individualism of American frontiersmen with the finely honed ability to operate as a close-knit team, wreaking havoc behind enemy lines, this fascinating volume incorporates many first-hand accounts of dramatic Ranger actions by the combatants themselves.

Author : Leigh Neville
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-19
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472815422

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US Army Rangers 1989–2015 by Leigh Neville Pdf

Written by an expert on modern Special Forces units and the operations they undertake, this book explains the evolution of the Rangers' missions in Panama, the first Gulf War, Somalia and the post 9/11 invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan. It reveals the training and organizational changes that the unit has undergone and investigates in particular how their doctrine and tactics have changed during the 14-year war in Afghanistan. At the beginning of the war the Rangers were an elite light infantry unit of picked men tasked with short duration recon raids and securing ground behind enemy lines in support of Special Forces; they have since evolved into a special-mission unit themselves – on the cusp of being assigned to the Joint Special Operations Command.

Author : Mir Bahmanyar
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2012-04-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780966496

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US Army Ranger 1983–2002 by Mir Bahmanyar Pdf

This study of the US Army Ranger takes the reader through the distinct stages of training and acceptance, including the Ranger Indoctrination Program and Ranger Battalion training, and details the developments in Ranger weaponry, equipment and clothing since the early 1980s. Using first hand accounts, it shows what it was like to fight in Panama in 1989, in raid missions in Iraq in 1991 and Somalia in 1993, and brings the unit up to date with the 3rd Battalion's deployment to Afghanistan in Operation Enduring Freedom. It also covers the culture of the Rangers, from their special language and terminology, to the rites of passage that lie behind the formal training program.

Author : U.S. Army Ranger School,United States. Department of Defense
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1492172057

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U.S. Army Ranger Handbook by U.S. Army Ranger School,United States. Department of Defense Pdf

"The Official US Army Ranger Handbook, as used in Fort Benning" -- Amazon website.

Author : Russ Bryant
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1610600339

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To Be a U. S. Army Ranger by Russ Bryant Pdf

Author : Dominic Caraccilo
Publisher : Helion and Company
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2015-08-19
Category : History
ISBN : 9781912174416

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Forging a Special Operations Force by Dominic Caraccilo Pdf

Forging a Special Operations Force: The U.S. Army Rangers details the origins and development, combat philosophy, and key engagements of America's elite fighting force. Structured topically, the book gives a chronological review of the history of the Ranger from the 17th century to the present day, with special attention paid to the establishment of the 1st Ranger Battalion in the post-Vietnam era—the origins of the elite fighting force that exists today. Authored by a lifetime soldier who served in combat with the 75th Ranger Regiment, this book is replete with information garnered from dozens of interviews with the individuals who created the initial Ranger Force. By integrating the words and firsthand accounts of these founding fathers, the work offers insights unavailable elsewhere. Additionally, the author delves into the unique psyche of the soldiers who volunteer for—and are accepted into the ranks of—the ‘Rangers’.

Author : C.F. Earl
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781422295021

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Army Rangers by C.F. Earl Pdf

The Rangers are some of the best-trained and most skilled soldiers in the Army. Their motto—Rangers lead the way!—is not just a slogan; in many of the modern conflicts in which the U.S. military has been involved, the Rangers have been among the first soldiers on the ground. In both Iraq and Afghanistan, Rangers carry out raid, ambush, and rescue missions, as well as many other kinds of operations. Army Rangers gives readers a view into the world of the highly skilled Seventy-Fifth Ranger Regiment, today's Rangers, as well as a look at the history of the unit. Since the Revolutionary War, Ranger tactics and standards have been some of the most effective in the entire military. The book also includes information about: • The tough training courses that all Rangers must endure. • What kinds of weapons the Rangers use today and throughout history. • How the modern Rangers were organized and put into action around the world.

Author : Russ Bryant Susan Bryant
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-19
Category : Military weapons
ISBN : 1610600843

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Weapons of the U.S. Army Rangers by Russ Bryant Susan Bryant Pdf

As the spearhead of the Army's special operations forces, the Rangers are involved in the most dangerous and dirty business imaginable. Often operating in dangerous, close quarters fights, Rangers require weapons and equipment that allow them to travel light, be quick on their feet, and move with the greatest of stealth. Here are the weapons that help make the Rangers one of the U.S. Army's most effective fighting units: M4s, M16s, M240B machineguns, mortars of all calibers, grenade launchers, stun and flash grenades, Kevlar body armor, night vision equipment, and more.

Author : James Koons
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1995-08
Category : History
ISBN : 1560652845

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U.S. Army Rangers by James Koons Pdf

Covers the history of the U.S Army Rangers and the training required to be a member of this elite infantry corps.

Author : William Caper,Cary Pepper
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2012-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781429686594

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The U.S. Army Rangers by William Caper,Cary Pepper Pdf

"Describes the U.S. Army Rangers, including the group's history, weapons, gear, and missions"--Provided by publisher.

Author : U.S. Department of Defense
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781510750593

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U.S. Army Ranger Handbook by U.S. Department of Defense Pdf

From the US Department of Defense, the Skills, Tactics, and Traits of the Most Highly Skilled Soldiers in the World—Army Rangers. This handbook offers the techniques and tactics that make U.S. Army Rangers the best soldiers in the world. These highly trained, easily deployable, and widely skilled infantrymen specialize in airborne assault, raids, recovery of personnel and equipment, and airfield seizure, among other difficult and dangerous missions. Now, in this recently revised edition of the U.S. Army Ranger Handbook, you can get the latest info on everything from understanding the basics of Army operations and tactics to discovering what makes a soldier with good leadership qualities and character. Although primarily written for Rangers and other light infantry units, it serves as a handy reference for all military units, covering how infantry squad- and platoon-sized elements conduct combat operations in varied terrains. Drawing from over two centuries of lessons learned in special operations combat, this guide provides modern soldiers with best training possible. It effectively combines the lessons of the past with important insights for the future to help make army leaders the absolute best they can be. In straightforward, no-frills language, it covers deception, stealth, communications, escape and evasion, ambush operations, perimeter defense, counterintelligence, and much more. This book is the ultimate resource for anyone who wants to know how Rangers think and function.

Author : Jennifer M. Besel
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 14 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781429653817

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The Army Rangers by Jennifer M. Besel Pdf

"Provides information on the U.S. Army Rangers, including their training, missions, and equipment"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Edward L. Posey
Publisher : Casemate Publishers
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2009-06-23
Category : History
ISBN : 9781611210361

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US Army's First, Last, and Only All-Black Rangers by Edward L. Posey Pdf

Finalist, Army Historical Foundation Distinguished Book Award: An account of this elite unit serving in the last days of a segregated military: “Riveting.” —The Journal of African American History The 2nd Ranger Infantry Company (Airborne) was the first and only all-black Ranger unit in the history of the United States Army. The company’s life span covered ten months, from selection and training through a seven-month combat deployment in Korea, after which the unit was deactivated. The 2nd and 4th Rangers were among the units initially assigned to the Eighth Army and were considered to be “combat ready.” The 2nd Ranger Company battled North Korean and Communist Chinese forces near Tangyang, Majori-ri, and Chechon; conducted the first airborne assault in Ranger history near the town of Munsan-ni; and executed the heroic attack and defense of Hill 581. In their short time together, these men demonstrated courage, served with honor, and achieved a magnificent combat record. This is the first complete history of this elite all-volunteer unit whose members were drawn from the 3rd Battalion of the 505th Airborne Infantry Regiment and the 80th Airborne Anti-Aircraft Battalion. As a member of the unit, Edward L. Posey bases his account on firsthand experience, official records, interviews with survivors, and other material to produce a rich and worthy addition to the growing literature on the Korean War. Posey’s study explains the obstacles these patriotic men faced, their sacrifices, and their courageous actions on the far side of the world. “Outstanding . . . a shining example of what Americans are capable of accomplishing.” —John Conyers, Jr.

Author : David W. Hogan
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1992-12-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9780313065583

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Raiders or Elite Infantry? by David W. Hogan Pdf

How have the U.S. Army Rangers acted as special operations forces in military operations since 1942? Hogan's study examines the nature and purpose of the Rangers over the past fifty years and shows how they have served as scouts, raiders, assault troops, and elite infantry. They have spearheaded amphibious landings, raided enemy prison camps, patrolled behind enemy lines in Korea, served alongside Green Berets in Vietnam, and carried out special missions in Grenada. Professional officers, military historians, students, and general readers will find this a fascinating history. This analytical account opens with a short description of the origins of the Ranger legend in America and then moves to a discussion of their use in World War II, as commandos in 1942, then as spearheaders in 1943 and 1944, as line infantry in Europe and as special operations forces in the Pacific. This provocative assessment also traces the development of Ranger raider units in Korea, the special training and use of Green Berets as Rangers in Vietnam, and the shifting of Ranger roles into more complex and varied types of operations in Vietnam and Grenada and in a world of increasing terrorism and changing combat situations. Illustrations, maps, and a lengthy bibliography add to the usefulness of the study.

Author : Michael Burgan
Publisher : Capstone Press
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1999-09
Category : History
ISBN : 0736803378

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U.S. Army Special Operations Forces by Michael Burgan Pdf

Introduces the U.S. Army's Airborne Rangers, their history, mission, development, training, and equipment.