Military author and spec ops expert, Fred Pushes, profiles weapons, missions, vehicles, and iconic commandos from the eighteenth-century to now.

The units and formations of the US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) have privileged access to the finest weaponry in the world's arsenal.

The group specializes in hostage rescues and other difficult procedures to protect the lives of Americans throughout the world. Delta uses some of the most sophisticated weapons in the field today, and all are detailed in this book.

This book explores the emerging world of non-lethal weapons by examining a series of case studies - recent real-world scenarios from five confrontations around the world where the availability of a modern arsenal might have made a ...

"Describes weapons, gear, and uniforms used by various military forces during America's biggest wars"--

"A fascinating, timely, and often disturbing history of how underground do-it-yourself weapons manuals have influenced violent radicalism, and how the state has responded"--

"Describes the weapons used in battles during World War I, including infantry weapons and heavy artillery such as howitzers and machine guns"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the science concepts behind military weapons"--Provided by publisher.

First Published in 1997. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.