Careers in the National Guards' Search and Rescue Units (Careers in Search and Rescue Operations)

Description

Only hours after the 9/11/01 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, the National Guards were ready to join in the search and rescue efforts. This well-written title alerts readers to the important role these citizen-soldiers play as the first line of defense for many types of state and federal emergencies. More than just militia men and women, members of the Army and Air National Guards provide emergency relief during floods, blizzards, rescue missions, energy blackouts, and civil unrest. Complete with first-person accounts, this book contains the fascinating history of the National Guard, enlistment requirements for men and women, and training opportunities.