Special ops
Subtitle: military intelligence
By: Daniel E. Harmon
Series: Inside Special Forces
Publisher: Rosen Publishing
Published: 2014
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 64
ISBN-13: 9781477775875; 9781477775899; 9781477775905
Subjects: Military intelligence; Juvenile literature; History; Intelligence service; American Espionage; American espionage
Other titles: Special ops, military intelligence
Description: "With the capture of high-profile terrorists like Osama Bin Laden and accused Boston Marathon bombers Tamerlan and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, military intelligence work is frequently in the headlines. This captivating book discusses the differences between information and intelligence, answering many questions about what intelligence work involves and some of the tools and technology that are put to use. It delves into the history of military intelligence, starting with Revolutionary War-era spy efforts, and continues to the tech-heavy weapons and intelligence tools common today. Readers will find it hard to put down this fascinating book of mystery and intrigue"--Provided by the publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 60-61) and index.

Grades 5-8.
Table of contents: title: Intelligence-the most powerful weapon; title: America's stealth "community"; title: Intelligence shapes the course of history; title: A worldwide intelligence network.