Defending Our Nation

Ensuring the safety and security of our nation in the 21st century presents a host of new challenges at home and abroad. This 12-volume series takes readers inside the vital work of our men and women in uniform who protect and defend us. From the Army, Navy, and Air Force to the FBI, CIA, police, and firefighters, each book explores the history and mission of the force and the extraordinary heroism of its recruits. Whether fighting terrorism, securing the border, stopping crime, or putting out fires, these highly trained professionals work each day to make North America safe now and in the future.