INK & CINEMA JOURNAL

For Military Merit: Recipients of the Purple Heart (Book Notes)

The origins of the Purple Heart can be traced back to the Revolutionary War, when General George Washington established the Badge of Military Merit.

Pony Tracks: A Model Squadron of the United States Cavalry - circa 1894 (Book Excerpt)

Written and illustrated by Frederic Remington, this historical reprint from the book Pony Tracks explores his experience tagging along with the U.S. Cavalry.

The Story of American Aviation: The Army and Navy Spread Their Wings (Book Excerpt)

In 1905 the Wright Brothers offered the Army a license to use their patents. In September 1908, Orville & Wilbur were the only ones who put in an appearance with an airplane for the Army trials.

Beyond the Wild Blue: A History of the U.S. Air Force, 1947-2007 (Book Notes)

The establishment of the U.S. Air Force as a separate branch of the U.S. military has a history that spans several decades.