10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «AMTRACK»
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amtrack in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
amtrack and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Hunters: U.S. Snipers in the War on Terror
insurgents had taken advantage of the gap in the lines and planted a bomb when
the second amtrack left its position. It was a good strike, but Pasciuti's team would
have their revenge. Pasciuti and Jimmy knew what to do. They pitched a bait ...
2
Brotherhood of Heroes: The Marines at Peleliu, 1944 -- The ...
“Knock it off,” said R. V. Burgin, squatting next to them against the gunwale of the
amtrack. “Just hang on and stick close to me and Snafu, Sledgehammer. You'll
be okay.” An eternity seemed to pass before a Navy officer in a Higgins boat gave
...
3
World War Ii, To The Greatest Generation/A Poetic History of ...
It had various names such as Alligator and Amtrack. Later Water Buffalo showed
the glamour it lacked. Originally, it was designed to carry supplies ashore. The
Amtrack had machine guns, but of armor it needed more. It performed best when
...
4
Strong Men Armed: The United States Marines Against Japan
Two more smoking grenades end-over-ended into the amtrack. Spillane nailed
both and flipped them on the sea wall. The assault troops watched him in
fascination. And then the sixth one came in and Spillane again fielded and threw.
But this ...
and take his squad in; we would wait for the amtrack. Carter and the men of
Second squad were glad to see us and grateful for our help. From then on,
Mouse, Krone and I weren't considered boots, but were a working part of Third
platoon.
6
McCoy's Marines: Darkside to Baghdad
The conclusion of the book offers equally rare material on the nation-building efforts that continue, with sympathy for both the U.S. military and most shades of Iraqi opinion.—ALA Booklist
Two years ago, for example, Ford supported Coleman when he withheld $14
million in grant funds to Amtrack, the government supported railroad corporation.
"Amtrack had been authorized to work on the construction of the 'Northeast ...
through the communication system to each amtrack. Simultaneously, the
loudspeakers on the batfleships sounded the order. “This is it!” Colin shouted
over the sound of the amtrack's engines as they started toward land. His stomach
felt like it ...
9
Heritage Years: Second Marine Division Commemorative ...
We disembarked long before dawn, and for two hours bobbed in an amtrack with
others of the Second Battalion, Second Regiment, while the cumbersome
vehicles were lined up for the assault. Billowing smoke with red undersides hung
over ...
10
The Muted Trumpet's Call: Stories of the Everyday Heroes of ...
Everything was ready to go. Eat breakfast and go down to the Amtrack deck and
board up. On top of the LST deck there were probably 1000 drums of gasoline in
lines 4 or 5 high the length of the deck. It was the same way on the Amtrack deck.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «AMTRACK»
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amtrack is used in the context of the following news items.
Plans for new houses in Rawtenstall unveiled
PLANS have been submitted to build four new houses on land that used to be part of Amtrack Buildings, in Holly Mount Way, Rawtenstall. «Lancashire Telegraph, Jul 15»
Regional authority to manage Valley Amtrack
The San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority will have a more prominent role in managing the Amtrack rail service in the Valley through an ... «Merced Sun-Star, Jul 15»
Moments of Bliss 'Did you know, I once had a dragon I loved?'
It's like riding a convertible, slower than a jet plane, but faster than AmTrack. People will ask me what brought back my imagination. I smile. «Monadnock Ledger Transcript, Jul 15»
United Water of Delaware says customers affected by water main …
... the break occurred, but said it was located in an obscure area--a pipe already partially submerged in water, beneath an Amtrack overpass. «WDEL 1150AM, Jun 15»
Mansfield shoplifting suspect nabbed after chase with halted train
Acela/Amtrack service was stopped while officers responded to the area for the search. After approximately 20 minutes, officers encountered ... «Wicked Local Mansfield, Jun 15»
Shoplifting Suspect Arrested After Chase Across School Street and …
During the search around the tracks, Amtrack service was stopped. The case remains under investigation as officers work to identify the second ... «Patch.com, Jun 15»
Senate committee approves bill that would make more money …
An Amtrack Acela train moves quickly towards Secaucus Junction in this 2009 file photo. The bill, sponsored by Newark Democratic Sen. «NorthJersey.com, Jun 15»
Excerpts from Md. Gov. Larry Hogan's transportation announcement
... and it will meet the needs of the metropolitan Washington area with its intended purpose of connecting the Marc system, Amtrack and Metro. «Washington Post, Jun 15»
Matthews Public Works director is retiring
... trains (he's a volunteer Train Host for Amtrack), staying active in the Matthews Kiwanis Club, traveling more with his wife, Brenda, and snow. «Charlotte Observer, Jun 15»
Lower prices would help Via help fill their trains
To compete with the automobile, a travelling family of four (for example) must have a competitive price. Amtrack filled trains by lowering prices. «Sarnia Observer, Jun 15»
