What Not to Expect: A Meditation on the Spirituality of Parenting

Book Description

Dr. Keith Frome invites us to reflect on how children defy our expectations, surprising and frustrating us. We need to embrace the disappointments and delightful surprises as the spiritual heart of parenthood.

Customer Reviews:

brilliant.......2006-01-15

This is a great book. Simply great. I don't have time to read a lot of popular books, but I read this because a friend recommended it. What's great about it is that Dr. Frome brings you into the stories he's talking about. You feel like you've lived them and learned from them. I thought the story about Albert Brooks and "pooping" was very funny, and the story about a grandmother who had to move from her beloved house was a great insight into how perceptive little kids can be. I don't know if this book will make me a better person, but at least I feel like I want to try to be, and that's a start.

What Every Parent Should Read.......2006-01-01

Dr. Frome's book is not loud, easy or obvious which separates it from the rest of the parent advice book pack. If everyone took the path of parental reverence suggested by this book, our children would be a lot more rooted and our fellow parents would be a lot more fulfilled. Mixing anecdote with theology and poetry and philosophy, Dr. Frome shows us a lens through which the everyday becomes marvelous.

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21st Century Complete Guide to the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Facilities, History, Cadet Life, Admissions, Illustrated History of Army-Navy Football ... Academies Series (Two CD-ROM Superset)
Department of Defense
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
Similar Items:

The Naval Academy Candidate Handbook: How to Prepare, How to Get In, How to Survive Second Edition

Brief Points: An Almanac for Parents and Friends of U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen

Becoming a Leader the Annapolis Way

Tales from Annapolis

How to Win Rotc Scholarships: An In-Depth, Behind-The-Scenes Look at the Rotc Scholarship Selection Process

ASIN: 1592485332

Book Description

This up-to-date electronic book on two CD-ROMs presents the most comprehensive collection available anywhere on the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Since 1845 more than 60,000 young men and women have successfully completed "four years by the Bay." Coverage includes: United States Naval Academy; Annapolis; History of the Naval Academy; Military Education; Character Quarterly 2000 through 2003; Plebe Academic Handbook Class of 2007; Cadet Life in Color; Nimitz Library; Hurricane Isabel Damage; Albert A. Michelson: Life in Science; Illustrated History of Army-Navy Football Game 1890 through 2002; Center for the Study of Professional Military Ethics; U.S. Naval Academy Band and History.

United States Naval Academy coverage illustrated with dramatic color photography includes: History of the U.S. Naval Academy; Admissions; About the USNA; Visiting the USNA; Frequently Asked Questions about the Academy; Academic Center; Plebe Programs; Academic Counseling; Learning Skills; Tutoring; Office of the Academic Dean and Provost; Plebe Advising Handbook 2003-2004; Plebe Academic Handbook Class of 2007; Strategies for Academic Success; Midshipmen Group Study Program; Course Descriptions for each Academic Department; Student Life; Life in the Brigade; Plebe Summer; Daily Schedule; Leadership Responsibility; Religious Activities; Extracurricular Activities; Aerospace Engineering Department Course Information; The Character Quarterly Spring 2000 through 2003; Academic Calendars 1996 through 2003; U.S. Naval Academy 2002-2003 Catalog; English Department History 1845-2002; Ireland's Literary Voice and Edgar Allan Poe Special Topics Presentations by the English Department; Hurricane Isabel Damage; Center for the Study of Professional Military Ethics; U.S. Naval Academy Band; History of the U.S. Naval Academy Band; Summary of Research 1996-1997 by USNA Research Office. Nimitz Library coverage includes: Albert A. Michelson: A Life in Science Virtual Tour; A Guide to the Michelson Collection; Chester W. Nimitz historical information; Illustrated History of Army-Navy Football Game 1890 through 2002; Library guidance by Academic Department and Subject with Bibliographies.

This set of two CD-ROMs has over 21,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Macintosh systems, and Reader software is included. The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality to this impressive collection of government documents and material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, and portable!

Our CD-ROMs are privately-compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed, searched, or printed without untold hours of tedious searching and downloading. Vast archives of important public domain government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This book-on-a-disc set makes a superb reference work for scientists, researchers, libraries, business managers, schools, students, and home reference!

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21st Century Complete Guide U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers: History and Data, Atlantic and Pacific Fleets, Air Wings, USS Reagan Under Construction
Department of Defense
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
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Aircraft Carriers: The World's Greatest Naval Vessels and their Aircraft

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Carrier Carrier

ASIN: 1592481175

Book Description

This incredible CD-ROM provides a comprehensive guide to aircraft carriers operated by the U.S. Navy. Today's Nimitz-class nuclear-powered carriers are known as the powerhouse of the Navy fleet, over 1000 feet long and carrying about 85 aircraft. They are the largest warships in the world. Forward presence by U.S. Navy aircraft battle groups helps protect our overseas interests as well as encouraging peace and stability around the globe. Nuclear Aircraft Carriers support and operate aircraft to engage in attacks on targets afloat and ashore which threaten our use of the sea and to engage in sustained operations in support of other forces. Every aspect of the carrier and the aircraft is covered in this detailed material, which is heavily illustrated with color photographs, drawings, tables, and charts.

Nimitz class carriers are the USS Nimitz (CVN 68), San Diego, CA; USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), Newport News, VA; USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Bremerton, WA; USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), Norfolk, VA; USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Everett, WA; USS George Washington (CVN 73), Norfolk, VA; USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), San Diego, CA; USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Norfolk, VA; USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) (under construction; George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) (under construction). Earlier carriers still in active status: USS Enterprise, USS John F. Kennedy; USS Constellation; USS Kitty Hawk.

Topics covered include:

* History of the Aircraft Carrier, beginning with the USS Langley (CV-1)
* List of All U.S. Navy Carriers
* Space recovery for the early American space program splashdowns
* The Forrestal Fire, 1967 - Heroes on the Deck
* F/A-18 Hornet, F/A-14 Tomcat, EA-6B Prowler, S-3 Viking
* Phalanx Close-in Weapons System
* Commander, Naval Air Force, US Atlantic Fleet and Pacific Fleet
* Carrier Air Wings
* Photographs of the ongoing construction of the USS RONALD REAGAN at Newport News, VA - the ninth Nimitz class nuclear carrier, leading to the last Nimitz class (USS George HW Bush) and the next generation known as CVNX-1. The Carrier Replacement Program provides for the new construction of aircraft carriers. Currently, there are twelve active carriers in the Navy's fleet. Eight of these are Nimitz class carriers. An additional Nimitz class carrier is currently under construction, the USS Reagan (CVN-76), and will deliver in March 2003 to replace the Constellation (CV-64) which will retire in FY 2003. The last Nimitz Class carrier, CVN-77, was awarded to Newport News Shipbuilding in January 2001 and is scheduled to deliver in March 2008. CVN-77 will also serve as the "bridge" platform for technologies that will enable the Navy to transition from the Nimitz class to the next generation aircraft carrier (CVNX). CVN-77 will include new technologies such as an integrated topside island which includes a new multi-function radar, new propulsion plant monitoring improvements, and manpower reduction initiatives.

Over 10,000 pages are reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Apple Macintosh systems. Reader software is included. This up-to-date book-on-a-disc makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust.

Our CD-ROMs are privately-compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work utilizing the benefits of the Adobe Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed, searched by finding specific words, or printed without untold hours of tedious research and downloading. Vast archives of important public domain government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are.

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21st Century Complete Guide to U.S. Navy Submarines: Nuclear Fast Attack and Ballistic Missile Submarine Force Today and in the Future, History, Technology, ... Bases, Support Facilities, Sub Heroes
Department of Defense
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
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Modern U. S. Navy Submarines (Enthusiast Color)

ASIN: 1592481140

Book Description

This incredible CD-ROM provides a comprehensive guide to the fleet of submarines operated by the U.S. Navy, along with a review of the history of the submarine and the technology behind today's awesome machines. Using advanced technology, submarines are an invaluable sensor and weapons system platform. Our strategic nuclear missile fleet has helped deter nuclear attacks, making America safer. This detailed material is heavily illustrated with color photographs, historical pictures, drawings, tables, and charts.

Topics covered include:

* Atlantic and Pacific Fleets of Nuclear Fast Attack (SSN) and Ballistic Missile (SBN) Submarines
* Seawolf submarines, Squadrons and Submarines
* Los Angeles (SSN 688) class submarines
* Ohio class Trident submarines
* Tomahawk cruise missiles
* Submarine Warfare Division
* Trident SSGN configuration to carry Tomahawk cruise missiles and Special Operations Forces troops, along with Undersea Unmanned Vehicles (UUVs) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
* Virginia-class Attack Submarines
* Acoustic Superiority, Electronic Warfare
* Integrated Undersea Surveillance
* One Hundred Year Anniversary of First U.S. Navy Submarine (USS Holland, 1900) and History of the Submarine
* Submarine Technology Through the Years
* German and American Submarine Campaigns of World War II
* Mine Warfare
* Communications and Networks
* High-Frequency Sonar
* Torpedoes
* NR-1 nuclear powered search and recovery submarine
* Strategic systems programs - keeping our seaborne deterrent armed and ready
* Long-Term Mine Reconnaissance System (LMRS)
* Air-independent Propulsion History
* Soviet Designs - Project 607, 621, 664, 748
* All-Electric Designs of the Future
* Personnel aboard Subs
* Navy Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Georgia
* Navy Submarine Base, Bangor
* Navy Undersea Warfare Center, Newport, Rhode Island
* Much more

Over 12,000 pages are reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Apple Macintosh systems. Reader software is included. Our CD-ROMs are privately-compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work utilizing the benefits of the Adobe Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed, searched by finding specific words, or printed without untold hours of tedious research and downloading. Vast archives of important public domain government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This book-on-a-disc makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust.

Customer Reviews:

And the point is?.......2004-01-22

This CD-ROM consists of Adobe Acrobat files. It is a compilation of publicly available web pages that contain information about US Navy submarines and the submarine force. As far as I can tell, you could just as easily find the same material on the web with a decent search engine. For example, the CD contains the issues of Undersea Warfare magazine, which is readily available from a Navy public website. Many of the graphics are extremely blocky and unreadable. The web pages are largely DOD server downloads of public material, and are verbatim, right down to the warnings. A surprising number of pages are just `spillovers" from the bottom of a web page, and contain no information. Clearly, almost no editing of the material was attempted when transferring to the disc. If you use the disc while online, you can click on the hyperlinks and they will take you to more information. Not worth the money.

2008 U.S. Naval Academy - Complete Guide to USNA Programs at Annapolis, History, Courses, Departments, Athletics, Admissions, Cadet Life, Army-Navy Football Game (Three CD-ROM Set)

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2008 U.S. Naval Academy - Complete Guide to USNA Programs at Annapolis, History, Courses, Departments, Athletics, Admissions, Cadet Life, Army-Navy Football Game (Three CD-ROM Set)
Department of Defense
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM

Product Description

This up-to-date and expanded electronic book on three CD-ROMs has a comprehensive collection of documents and publications covering all aspects of the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis. The Naval Academy was founded in 1845 by the Secretary of the Navy, George Bancroft, in what is now historic Annapolis, MD. The history of the Academy has often reflected the history of the United States itself. As the U.S. Navy has moved from a fleet of sail and steam-powered ships to a high tech fleet of nuclear-powered submarines and surface ships as well as supersonic aircraft, the Academy has changed also. The Naval Academy gives young men and women the up-to-date academic and professional training needed to be effective naval and marine officers in their assignments after graduation. Every day, as the undergraduate college of the naval service, the United States Naval Academy strives to accomplish its mission to develop midshipmen "morally, mentally, and physically." Topics covered include: Academics; Administration; Admissions; Student Life; Cadet Program; Athletics; Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering program; Electrical Engineering; Aerospace Engineering; Oceanography; Academic Center; Seamanship and Navigation program; Research Department; 150 Years of History; Army-Navy Game History and Gallery of Images; Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Competition; Midshipmen Group Study Program (MGSP); Visiting the USNA; Frequently Asked Questions about the Academy; Academic Center; Plebe Programs; Academic Counseling; Learning Skills; Tutoring; Office of the Academic Dean and Provost; Plebe Advising Handbook; Plebe Academic Handbook; Strategies for Academic Success; Course Descriptions for each Academic Department; Student Life; Life in the Brigade; Plebe Summer; Leadership Responsibility; Religious Activities; Extracurricular Activities; Center for the Study of Professional Military Ethics; U.S. Naval Academy Band; History of the U.S. Naval Academy Band; Nimitz Library coverage; Michelson Collection; Chester W. Nimitz historical information; Illustrated History of Army-Navy Football Game 1890 through 2002, Notable Graduates; Navy Lightweight Crew Rowing Team; Base Operations, Naval Support Activity; Bowman Scholar Program; Campus Crusade for Christ; Chaplains; Cheerleaders; Chemistry Department; Class Profile; Combat Pistol Team; Commandant; Computer Science Department; Drum and Bugle Corps; English Department; Natural Resources Activities; Greenbury Point Nature Center; Ethics; Family Services; Flying Squadron; Foreign Affairs (Naval Academy Foreign Affairs program); History Department; Honor Concept; Human Resources Department; Humanities and Social Sciences; Hydromechanics Laboratory (NAHL); International Program; Jewish Midshipmen Club; Language Studies; Institutional Research, Planning, and Assessment; LDS Student Association; Majors Program; Mathematics and Science Program; Mechanical Engineering Department; Middle East Studies; Music; Navy Scuba Dive Club; Oceanography; Officer Development Lead; Physical Education and Club Sports; Physics Department; Political Science; Professional Development; Public Works; Safety Office; Ship Models; SigmaXi; Strategic Plan; Submarine Programs; Teaching and Learning Center; Weapons and Systems Engineering, and much more.

2008 U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Encyclopedia - Nuclear Supercarriers, Complete Coverage of Today's Fleet, Future Plans, History of Carriers, USS Reagan, Air Wings, Strike Groups (Four CD-ROM Set)

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2008 U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Encyclopedia - Nuclear Supercarriers, Complete Coverage of Today's Fleet, Future Plans, History of Carriers, USS Reagan, Air Wings, Strike Groups (Four CD-ROM Set)
Department of Defense
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM

History | Encyclopedias | Reference | Subjects | Books

General | Reference | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 1422009769

Product Description

This up-to-date and expanded electronic book on four CD-ROMs has a comprehensive collection of military documents, publications, image files, photo galleries, and movie clips on America's fleet of aircraft carriers, along with the history of the carrier and the technology behind today's awesome machines. This extraordinary, encyclopedic collection of detailed material is heavily illustrated with color photographs, historical pictures, drawings, tables, and charts. In addition to over 40,000 pages reproduced with Adobe Acrobat, there are photo galleries with thousands of pictures, and five movie clips in MPG and MOV formats. Topics covered include: Carrier Strike Groups * Carrier Air Wings * Nimitz-class carriers (9 operational, 1 under construction) USS Nimitz (CVN 68), USS Eisenhower (CVN 69), USS Vinson (CVN 70), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), USS George Washington (CVN 73), USS Stennis (CVN 74), USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) (under construction, in service 2009). Earlier carriers still in active status: USS Enterprise, USS Kitty Hawk. Next generation of carrier, CVN 21, hull number CVN 78, the USS Gerald Ford, is slated to replace USS Enterprise in 2014. * Illustrated history of the Aircraft Carrier, beginning with the USS Langley (CV-1) * Space recovery for the early American space program splashdowns * The Forrestal Fire, 1967 - Heroes on the Deck * F/A-18 Hornet, F/A-14 Tomcat, EA-6B Prowler, S-3 Viking, all aircraft and weapons * Phalanx Close-in Weapons System * Commander, Naval Air Force, US Atlantic Fleet and Pacific Fleet * Air Test and Evaluation Squadron * Carrier Roadmap 2020 * Evolution of Aircraft Carriers * USS Reagan Under Construction * Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division * Naval Aviation Enterprise CNAF * History of "Baby Flat Tops" * History of U.S. Navy carriers in conflicts * Escort Carriers * Rainbow Wardrobe, colors worn by flight deck personne

21st Century Complete Guide to Military Flight Demonstration Squadrons - Air Force Thunderbirds and Navy Blue Angels - Photo Gallery, History, Video (DVD-ROM)

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21st Century Complete Guide to Military Flight Demonstration Squadrons - Air Force Thunderbirds and Navy Blue Angels - Photo Gallery, History, Video (DVD-ROM)
U.S. Government
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: DVD-ROM
ASIN: 1422004651

Product Description

The incredible story of America's military flight demonstration squadrons, the Navy Blue Angels and Air Force Thunderbirds, is told in words and beautiful photographs in this up-to-date DVD-ROM disc. There are hundreds of images of the planes and their pilots, with over 80 image files many in high resolution and in the .jpg format and 20 movie files.

21st Century Complete Guide to the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps of the U.S. Navy - JAG Mission, Organization, and History, Mille-Rinde History, JAG ... COMNAVLEGSVCOM Instructions (CD-ROM)

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21st Century Complete Guide to the Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps of the U.S. Navy - JAG Mission, Organization, and History, Mille-Rinde History, JAG ... COMNAVLEGSVCOM Instructions (CD-ROM)
Department of Defense
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
ASIN: 1592486045

Book Description

This up-to-date electronic book on CD-ROM contains the finest collection of official federal documents available anywhere on the subject of the Judge Advocate General (JAG) corps of the United States Navy, including the Office of the Judge Advocate General (OJAG); Mission, Organization and History; Mill-Rinde History; Careers; JAG Instructions and COMNAVLEGSVCOM Instructions; 2003 Symposium and Presentations; Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals (NMCCA); Navy Legal Service Office (NLSO) Detachments; Manual for Courts-Martial 2000 Edition.

The mission of the Office of the Judge Advocate General (OJAG) is extensive, embraces virtually all aspects of Department of the Navy (DON) activities, and is grounded in both law and regulation. A staff office within SECNAV, OJAG's primary mission is to support the JAG in providing legal and policy advice to the Secretary of the Navy. OJAG supports JAG in advising and assisting the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) in formulating and implementing policies and initiatives pertaining to the provision of legal services within the Navy. Coverage includes: JAG Mission; JAG Organization; JAG History; Mill-Rinde History; Our Offices; Career; Publications including JAG Instructions and COMNAVLEGSVCOM Instructions and Uniform Code of Military Justice; Tools (Forms, Instructions, Directories); 2003 JAG Symposium and Presentations; U.S. Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals (NMCCA); Navy Legal Service Office (NLSO) detachment coverage; GSA Consumer Action Handbook; FTC When Bad Things Happen to Your Good Name; Manual for Courts-Martial 2000 Edition

This CD-ROM has over 6,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Macintosh systems, and Reader software is included. The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality to this impressive collection of government documents and material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, and portable!

Our CD-ROMs are privately-compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed, searched, or printed without untold hours of tedious searching and downloading. Vast archives of important public domain government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This book-on-a-disc makes a superb reference work for scientists, researchers, libraries, schools, students, and home reference!

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21st Century Complete Guide to U. S. Navy Research: Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), Office of Naval Research (ONR), Navy Warfare Development Command ¿ History and Ongoing Projects, Materials, Radar, Rockets, Oceanography, Astronomy, Space Systems, Nanoscience, Fleet and Ship Innovations and Improvements, Sea Shield and Sea Strike Programs, Sensors, Bioengineering, Neural Computation
Department of Defense
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
ASIN: 1592481272

Book Description

This comprehensive CD-ROM provides a thorough guide to the work of three major elements of U.S. Navy research: the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), the Office of Naval Research (ONR), and the Navy Warfare Development Command. Elements of their important research, which has frequently extended well beyond the specific needs of the U.S. Navy, include materials, radar, rockets, oceanography, astronomy, space systems, nanoscience, fleet and ship innovations and improvements, sea shield and sea strike programs, sensors, bioengineering, and even neural computation.

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is famous for its wide-ranging research. NRL is the corporate research laboratory for the Navy and Marine Corps and conducts a broad program of scientific research, technology and advanced development. NRL has served the Navy and the nation for nearly 80 years and continues to meet the complex technological challenges of today's world. NRL has made many distinguished contributions to military science and technology and to the transition of that science and technology to practical application. Systems - Information about historical achievements in radar, communications and navigation systems. Rockets - Ground breaking NRL achievements in early space programs. Solar & Lunar Studies - A look at fifty years of NRL research on phenomena associated with the sun and recent landscapes of the moon. Astronomy - NRL achievements in the fields of astronomy and cosmic ray physics. Ocean & Environment - Accomplishments in ocean research, ozone studies, meteorology and storm prediction. Materials - NRL materials that have shaped the way we live and build towards a better future.

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) sponsors science and technology in support of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Founded in 1946, ONR today funds work at more than 450 universities, laboratories, and other organizations. From oceanography, advanced materials, sensors, and robotics to biomedical science and technology; from electronics, surveillance, and neurotechnology to manufacturing technology and information science; from advanced combat systems to other technologies for ships, submarines, aircraft, and ground vehicles-work ONR sponsored has produced the laser, the Global Positioning System, 50 Nobel prizes, and thousands of other discoveries and products used every day around the world.

Navy Warfare Development Command - The NWDC Concepts Development Department introduces new concepts to the fleet, harvests fleet ideas, and generates comprehensive dialogues to fully explore each concept's merits. In doing so the NWDC Concepts Department collaboratively develops products with selected experts to ensure that our products incorporate Fleet feedback, recommendations and perspectives. By keeping the Navy informed and engaged, both NWDC and the fleet will realize real war fighting benefits as concepts transition to doctrine, organization, training and equipment. The Navy Tactical Development and Evaluation (TAC D&E) Program is the principal means for addressing the Fleet's current tactical/doctrinal concerns. This program provides management, coordination, funding, contracting and quality control for Fleet sponsored projects that develop tactics, techniques and procedures (NTTP's) for naval forces.

Over 14,000 pages are reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Apple Macintosh systems. Reader software is included.

Our CD-ROMs are privately-compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work utilizing the benefits of the Adobe Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed, searched by finding specific words, or printed without untold hours of tedious research and downloading. Vast archives of important public domain government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review no matter where you are. This book-on-a-disc makes a great reference work and educational tool. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust.

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21st Century Complete Guide to U.S. Navy Aviation History (Two CD-ROM Set): Encyclopedic Coverage of Aircraft, Detailed Airplane Drawings, Photos, and ... Reports, Insignias, and Squadrons
World Spaceflight News
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
ASIN: 1931828288

Book Description

This electronic book on two CD- ROMs presents the complete story of America's incredible Naval aviation history. Every aspect of our Navy's history and hardware is fully covered in a comprehensive set of official documents. Declassified reports highlight the history of combat in America's wars; photographs and drawings complement the coverage of the airplanes that defended our nation. There are thorough lists of squadrons and illustrated histories of various insignias. There is even material about the Navy's lighter-than-air ships of the early 20th century, and the Navy's role in space flight.

This set makes a superb reference work for military enthusiasts, libraries, researchers, schools, students, and home reference! It is designed to provide a convenient user-friendly general reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Adobe Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed or printed without untold hours of tedious searching and downloading. Vast archives of important government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review. The documents are reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Apple Macintosh systems. Reader software is included on the CD.

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21st Century Complete Guide to U.S. Navy History: Encyclopedic Coverage from the Revolutionary War to Today, with Famous Battles, Leaders, Historic Vessels, ... Cold War, Iraq, Oral Histories and Documents
Department of Defense
Manufacturer: Progressive Management
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM

Iraq | Middle East | History | Subjects | Books
Naval | Military | History | Subjects | Books
Military | Encyclopedias | Reference | Subjects | Books
All Titles | Qualifying Textbooks - Fall 2007 | Stores | Books
Reference | Qualifying Textbooks - Fall 2007 | Stores | Books
ASIN: 1931828318

Book Description

This electronic book on CD-ROM presents the complete story of the U.S. Navy over its glorious history. The scope and breadth of this compendium is truly amazing! Naval history coverage includes Frequently Asked Questions, Glossary of Abbreviations, history by date, casualties, rosters and data sheets for vessels and aircraft (highlighted by the Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships), and oral histories. Famous battles covered include D-Day, Guadalcanal, Midway and Pearl Harbor during World War II and the amphibious landing at Inchon during the Korean War. Famed leaders of the Navy such as Nimitz and Halsey are profiled as well as Presidents with Naval service and Naval astronauts. Current Navy activities and facilities are covered by activity reports and photography. Extensive data and color photography covers Naval history from the Revolutionary War through September 11 tragedy.

There is extensive WWI, WWII and Vietnam coverage plus the Cold War, Korea, and Desert Storm/Desert Shield. Other action includes early participation in the Quasi-War with France, the Barbary Wars, the War of 1812, the African Slave Trade Patrol, and Operations Against West Indian Pirates. U.S. Navy activities in the Mexican War, U.S. Civil War, Spanish-American War, Phillipine Insurrection, Boxer Rebellion, Latin American campaigns 1906-1933, and Yangtze and China Service. Cold War coverage includes the Navy's efforts in the Berlin Airlift and Cuban Missile Crisis. U.S. Navy participation in atomic nuclear testing is covered. USS Constitution "Old Ironsides" history, specifications and current activities is included. The Navy's statement regarding the alleged "Philadelphia Experiment" is included along with information concerning the vessel allegedly involved. Other historic vessels covered include Confederate Navy ships, Continental Navy ships (Revolutionary War), Japanese WWII vessels, the Hunley, the USS Monitor. There is extensive coverage of the Thresher submarine tragedy, Naval Mines and their history, feature sections on Nurses, Seabees, and WAVES; artwork including major paintings and an extensive collection of poster art, an extensive collection of historical manuscripts, documents and legislation, Sail 200 Photos, a listing of U.S. Naval Medal of Honor winners, and bibliographies for historians and researchers.

This book-on-a-disc makes a superb reference work for military or ship enthusiasts, libraries, researchers, schools, students, and home reference! It is designed to provide a convenient user-friendly general reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Adobe Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed or printed without untold hours of tedious searching and downloading. Vast archives of important government information that might otherwise remain inaccessible are available for instant review. The documents are reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software - allowing direct viewing on Windows and Apple Macintosh systems. Reader software is included on the CD.

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Weller describes the ecology of wetland birds by identifying patterns of habitat use and typical bird communities that result from the use of resources such as food, cover, and breeding sites. He integrates basic and practical information on bird/habitat relationships for researchers, landowners, managers and avid birders alike.

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Wetland Birds : Great birders reference and biology text.......1999-06-03

Wetland Birds is a fascinating book for birders and anyone interested in wetland wildlife biology. By examining relationships between birds and their habitats, Weller helps to explain why wetland birds look and behave the way they do. Weller's book uses research examples from all over the world to provide a global perspective on both the biological diversity and conservation needs of wetland birds. I highly recommend this book as an entertaining read, and also as a comprehensive reference.

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