{"product_id":"handy-armed-forces-answer-book-book-richard-estep-9781578597437","title":"The Handy Armed Forces Answer Book","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe story of the United States military is the story of the countryitself. Both have grown and changed over time. Learn about the uniquehistories, traditions, weapons, leaders, stats, and fun facts of theArmy, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force, and Space Force,and their roles within the military in this fun and fascinatingguide!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom the few hundred soldiers in its ranks when it was first established,to the over one million service members today, the U.S. military hasgrown in power and size over its 250-year history. 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