Centuries of Service the U S Army 1775-2004

Since its official birth on 14 June 1775 -- over a year before the Declaration of Independence -- the U.S. Army has played a vital role in the growth & development of America. Drawing on both long-standing militia traditions & recently introduced professional standards, it won the new Republic's independence in an arduous struggle against Great Britain. It preserved the Union through the Civil War & has repeatedly defended the U.S. against external threats, & has also been involved with internal improvements, natural disaster relief, economic assistance, domestic order, & a host of other contingencies. This document shows that our Army has drawn great satisfaction from knowing that when the nation was in need, it answered the call. Illustrations.Hogan, David W., Jr. is the author of 'Centuries of Service the U S Army 1775-2004 ', published 2004 under ISBN 9780756743178 and ISBN 0756743176.