Links to the Library
Featured Databases
- San Antonio Public Library DatabasesScroll down and select the category “Military & Government Collection.”
- ASVAB Practice TestsSelect the link to "Jobs and Careers" and then "Military." Links to ASVAB should be displayed.
Favorite Books
Dictionary of American Military Biography
ISBN: 0313214336
200 scholars have produced essays on nearly 400 individuals important to the course of American military history.
Dictionary of Military Terms: A Guide to the Language of Warfare and Military Institutions
The standard reference work on the subject that was satisfactory to both the military profession and to laypersons.
Dictionary of Modern War
This comprehensive guide is an authoritative reference on every aspect of modern military conflict.
Encyclopedia of American Military History
This encyclopedia provides a comprehensive and informative overview of the subject, from the Colonial wars through the events of September 11, 2001.
Harbottle's Dictionary of Battles
Handy reference books for anyone who needs to know a little bit about a whole lot of military history.
Web Sites of Interest
- DefenseLinkHome page of the Department of Defense.
- Military HistoryFrom About.com’s collection of history sites.
- U.S. Army Center of Military HistoryA good starting point for research in military history.
- Naval History and Heritage CommandThe official U.S. Navy historical web site.
- Air Force history linkLinks to in depth coverage of U.S. Air Force history.
- U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsHome page of the Veterans Administration
- Federal jobs for veteransWebsite will be the preeminent source for Federal employment information for our Veterans, transitioning service members, their families, Federal HR professionals and hiring managers.
- National Military Personnel Records CenterThe National Personnel Records Center, Military Personnel Records, is the repository of millions of military personnel, health, and medical records of discharged and deceased veterans of all services during the 20th century.
- National Archives -- Veterans' Service RecordsRequest military service records, replace lost or damaged military medals and ribbons, view World War II photos, and more.
- Texas Veterans CommissionThe Texas Veterans Commission is a State agency assisting veterans and their families with federal and state veterans benefits and services.
- Veteran careersConnect with over 2000 military-friendly employers nationwide.
- Military operational commands and facilitiesLinks to all the military operational commands and facilities, both active and inactive.
- San Antonio's military installationsLinks to Lackland, Fort Sam Houston, Randolph and Brooks.
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Featured Magazines
- Joint Force QuarterlyThe journal focuses on joint doctrine, integrated operations, coalition warfare, contingency planning, military operations conducted across the spectrum of conflict, and joint force development.
- Armed Forces JournalArmed Forces Journal (AFJ), founded in 1863, is a monthly journal for American military officers and leaders in government and industry.


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