Your Career in the Marines

by Colleen Ryckert Cook

Overview

If you are a young person seeking a career in the military, this book is the go-to guide. Highlighting the challenges of earning a spot in this elite force and finding a successful career within, this book covers many important aspects of a career in the military. Accessible text and interesting, informative facts make this volume a comprehensive strategy for entering the military.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781448855124
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2011
Series:	Call of Duty: Careers in the Armed Forces Series
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	14 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Do You Have What It Takes? 8

Chapter 2 Learning the Basics 18

Chapter 3 Combat Specialties 33

Chapter 4 Vehicle/Machinery and Mechanics 42

Chapter 5 Electronic/Electrical Systems 51

Chapter 6 Personnel and Base Support 66

Chapter 7 Logistics and Supply 79

Chapter 8 Engineering, Science, and Technical 89

Chapter 9 Life After the Military 100

Glossary 112

For More Information 114

For Further Reading 118

Bibliography 121

Index 124