For this category we are using the broader definition of a Greater Middle East, which is a political geographic term used since at least 1980 to refer to the traditional Middle East such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Iraq with the addition of several nearby countries, specifically Iran, Turkey, and Afghanistan. Various North African and Central Asian countries are sometimes also included. The Greater Middle East is sometimes referred to as "The New Middle East."
A few of the popular resources within this collection include:
Expeditionary Culture Field Guide: Turkey features the cultural background within the country Turkey
After the Wars: International Lessons From the U.S. Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan
The U.S. Army in the Iraq War Volume 2: Surge and Withdrawal 2007-2011
Foreign Relations of the United States, 1969-1976, V. XXVII, Iran, Iraq, 1973-1976
Underestimated: Our Not So Peaceful Nuclear Future
United States-Gulf Cooperation Council Security Cooperation in a Multipolar World
The Borderlands of Southeast Asia: Geopolitics, Terrorism and Globalization
Augmenting Our Influence: Alliance Revitalization and Partner Development
This Military Appreciation Month, explore the rich history of the U.S. Armed Forces through these curated publications. Journey through the pivotal moments, strategic advancements, and unwavering dedication that shaped the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. These books highlight the profound sacrifices and enduring legacy of our service members, reminding us of the freedoms they've secured.
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To celebrate of the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. service members, the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) has assembled a special collection of military publications that would make excellent gifts for any American veteran or member of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Stay up-to-date with the Armed Forces by reading a military magazine. You can also purchase a military subscription as a surprise gift!
Browse our extensive collection of digital military resources. Publications in this collection include eBook resources from the Borden Institute, Naval History & Heritage Command, National Defense University, Marine Corps University Press (MCUP) and much more.
This dynamic and authoritative grouping of resources will help you to learn more about Military Education through U.S. Department of Defense published print subscription journals and periodicals, military policy and strategy documents to meet 21st Century challenges, U.S. historical documents, some about wars and conflicts, and others relating to military ethics and leadership.
You will find select print and digital formats of U.S. military documents published by the U.S. Army's War College components, such as Army Training and Doctrine Command, Center of Military History, Combat Studies Institute, National Defense University , Strategic Studies Institute. US Army's Medical Department and The Borden Institute's Textbooks of Military Medicine series, plus the U.S. Navy's Naval War College, Naval History and Heritage Command, U.S. Marine Corps University, Marine Corps History, Air Education and Training Command, Air Force History and Museums Program, Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office, and National Intelligence University,
Professional Military Education (PME) "refers to the professional training, development, and schooling of military personnel. It encompasses many schools, universities, and training programs designed to foster leadership in military service members. " (citation: Wikipedia:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Professional_Military_Education)
