The lives of soldiers in United States history, from participation in epic clashes to small and undeclared battles, from training camps to homecomings, are portrayed from the point of view of the men and women who have served their country. Each of the eventual nine books in the series is written by a distinguished historian and cover a different era, presenting a more personalized view of U.S. military history than is usually seen. The series will span from the new nation's fight for independence in the 18th century to the present day. Each book describes recruitment; training; combat and inactivity; equipment; food, clothes, and shelter; social life; injuries and death; and re-entry into civilian life. Each book has timelines, bibliographies, and illustrations as well. The special circumstances of soldiers from minority groups are discussed, as is the role of women in the armed services. Read the experiences of the men and women who served in the horrific "Great War to End all Wars." Relying extensively on letters, diaries, and reminiscences of those Americans who fought or served in World War I, this book reports on training and camp requirements for enlistees and recruits; the details of the transport across the ocean of sailors, soldiers, and others being carried "Over There"; and the experiences of African Americans, women, Native Americans, and immigrants in "The White Man's Army." Also described in vivid detail are "The Sailor's War," the events of static trench warfare, and movement combat. Chapters also describe coping with and treating disease and wounds; the devastating amount of death; and for those who came home, the veterans' entrances back into civilian life.