Describes some acts of bravery and heroism performed by Air Force personnel in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Introduces members of the United States Navy who commited acts of heroism since September 11, 2001, including medics in Iraq, a photographer in Afghanistan, and two SEALs who won the Medal of Honor, and describes their accomplishments.

Describes acts of bravery and heroism performed by Army personnel in the current wars of the U.S.

Describes recent acts of bravery and heroism performed by Coast Guard personnel.

"Most readers will at least have a cursory awareness of the air force, the awesome, flying arm of the U.S. military fleet. This book is the next step for readers to learn and understand how to become part of this fighting force. Readers will enter the exciting world of the air force through accessible language and focused information that appeals to even reluctant readers. Full-color photographs, and a bonus diagram of the uniforms, bring the content to life, while fact boxes throughout provide a historical frame of reference."