Cdr: 15 books

Book cover of On Call in Hell

On Call in Hell

A Doctor's Iraq War Story

by Cdr. Richard Jadick, Thomas Hayden
Language: English
Release Date: March 6, 2007

At age thirty-eight, Navy Dr. Richard Jadick was too old to be called up to the front lines-but not too old to volunteer. This is the inspiring story of one man's decision to enter into the fray-and a compelling account of courage under fire. Both wrenching and uplifting, On Call in Hell is a portrayal...
Book cover of Slaves, Contrabands, And Freedmen: Union Policy In The Civil War
by CDR Michelle J. Howard USN
Language: English
Release Date: November 6, 2015

This study examines Union slave policy in the Civil War. Prior to the initiation of hostilities, President Abraham Lincoln stated that the conflict between the states was over the preservation of the Union, and not over slavery. The administration was concerned that a war policy centered on slavery...
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Lie in the Dark and Listen

The Remarkable Exploits of a WWII Bomber Pilot and Great Escaper

by Rees, Wing Cdr Ken
Language: English
Release Date: May 19, 2006

Life is pretty dull for Ken Rees these days. At 17 he craved danger and excitement; fast planes and cars; rugby, speed and women. Then war came and by the age of 21 he had already trained to be a pilot officer; flown 56 hair-raising bomber missions, by night over Germany; taken part in the siege of...
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From Mediation to Nation-Building

Third Parties and the Management of Communal Conflict

by Mohammad Ashraf, Elham Atashi, Linda Bishai
Language: English
Release Date: May 16, 2013

The eruption in the early 1990s of highly visible humanitarian crises and exceedingly bloody civil wars in the Horn of Africa, imploding Yugoslavia, and Rwanda, set in motion a trend towards third party intervention in communal conflict in areas as far apart as the Balkans and East Timor. However...
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The Breaks of Naval Air

The Further Adventures of Youthly Pursesome

by CDR Jack D. Woodul, USNR (Ret)
Language: English
Release Date: October 22, 2014

This book is a collection of mostly light hearted stories about tactical Naval Aviation off aircraft carriers in the 1960’s and 1970’s. It is not a history, per se, nor is it like one of the many fine, factual, first person accounts of by other Naval Aviators. The author’s impulse was to capture...
Book cover of Major General Joseph J. Reynolds And His Division At Chickamauga: A Historical Analysis
by Cdr David M. Kapaun Jr. USN
Language: English
Release Date: November 6, 2015

This thesis is a historical analysis of Major General Joseph J. Reynolds and his division during the Battle of Chickamauga. Chickamauga was the division’s first major engagement. Arriving on the battlefield the first day, amidst a fierce Confederate offensive, the division was separated into brigades...
Book cover of Hitler And His Admirals
by Lt. Cdr. Anthony Martienssen
Language: English
Release Date: March 28, 2016

A fascinating and penetrating portrait of the Kriegsmarine and their relationship with Nazi Germany and Hitler. “In this present book I have combined the evidence given at Nuremberg with the material contained in the Führer Conferences on Naval Affairs. It is impossible to cover every aspect...
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Fight Back

Tackling Terrorism, Liddy Style

by G. Gordon Liddy, CDR James G. Liddy, J. Michael Barrett
Language: English
Release Date: January 9, 2007

G. Gordon Liddy has never shrunk from a fight, and in this book he offers individuals and businesses a clear-eyed, proactive, and deeply informed approach to combating criminal and terrorist threats. Backed by advice from three seasoned professionals who offer military, medical, and personal...
Book cover of Observers and Navigators

Observers and Navigators

And Other Non-Pilot Aircrew in the RFC, RNAS and RAF

by Wg Cdr C.G. Jefford
Language: English
Release Date: May 19, 2014

This title first appeared in 2001 to universal acclaim, quickly went out of print and has remained so since. The author, meantime, has continued his research and the result is this updated edition, over half as long as the first, with stacks of new photographs. Absolutely essential reference for all those interested in military aviation.
Book cover of Trinity - Examined

Trinity - Examined

Is Jesus, the Son of God? Or, God, the Son?

by CDR
Language: English
Release Date: September 22, 2015

God is one, not three. Deut. 6:4, Hear O Israel, the Lord our GOD IS ONE LORD. 1 Cor. 8:6, There is but ONE GOD: THE FATHER, of whom all things, and we in him. James 2:19, 1 Tim. 2:5, There is ONE GOD. And one MEDIATOR between God and man, the MAN JESUS CHRIST. Even the devils believe (and tremble)...
Book cover of Communication--A Circumspection
by WG CDR NB Nair
Language: English
Release Date: September 18, 2015

Communication forms important ingredient for the very existence of living things. It takes place automatically, without the consent of anybody. The history of evolution and development of communication is the same as that of human civilization. The advent and existence of both of these have been more...
Book cover of Force Mulberry:

Force Mulberry:

The Planning And Installation Of Artificial Harbor Off U.S. Normandy Beaches In World War II [Illustrated Edition]

by Cdr. Alfred Stanford
Language: English
Release Date: March 28, 2016

This edition contains numerous illustrations and maps. “In this book Commander Stanford has made a very important contribution to the history of World War II, and in the writing of it he has recaptured the tense excitement, almost desperation, of planning and executing the landings in Normandy....
Book cover of School Management

School Management

A Comprehensive Guide for School Improvement

by WG. CDR. S. M. SHUKLA
Language: English
Release Date: October 6, 2017

Looking at the present scenario of the educational market in India which is teaming up with schools, it is a dire need of the hour to create a ‘Ready Reckoner’, providing a comprehensive reference material for educators and educational administrators about management, administration and...
Book cover of Introduction to Backpacking and Basic Wilderness Skills, 2nd Edition
by CDR Ronald M Carvalho Jr., USN(Ret)
Language: English
Release Date: January 7, 2016

A complete self contained reference manual and course book designed to teach fundamental Outdoor Skills and the Basics of Hiking and Backpacking in a safe structured manner. Intended to be used by individuals, students or Youth Group Leaders, the book is divided into 3 sections; "Introduction...
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