Mail Call The Book That Takes Q's and Kicks A's

From crossbows to lasers, a whole lotta whup-ass! Ever wondered how the bazooka got its name? Or why we needed carrier pigeons in combat? Well, look no further-accomplished actor and longtime Marine Gunnery Sergeant R. Lee Ermey has the answers to these questions and many more! As the popular host of The History Channel's hit show Mail Call, he responds to viewers' queries about military technology and gives us a little "trigger time" with some far-out firepower. "I've got the best damn job in the world," he writes. "I get to drive the tanks, fly the airplanes, blow up watermelons, shoot all kinds of weapons-and I don't even have to clean 'em!" This irreverent sense of humor, combined with a vast knowledge of-and a great respect for-our armed forces, has made Ermey a beloved figure and has drawn millions to the show. Fans will immediately recognize and enjoy Ermey's singular in-your-face voice in this extraordinary book. History buffs, too, will find much to admire: His arsenal of deadly hardware runs the gamut from ancient rock-slinging catapults to razor-sharp samurai swords to hard-hitting Civil War artillery. And, of course, the book will appeal to veterans, servicemen and -women, and those with family or friends in the armed forces, as well as anyone interested in learning more about these courageous individuals. Loaded with remarkable photos, fascinating historical anecdotes, and interviews with top experts and active-duty warriors, Mail Call is everything you ever wanted to know about military technology-past, present, and future. Oohrah!Ermey, R. Lee is the author of 'Mail Call The Book That Takes Q's and Kicks A's', published 2005 under ISBN 9781401307790 and ISBN 1401307795.