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Details the near-disastrous mission in Somalia on October 3, 1993 where nearly 100 U.S. Army Rangers, commanded by Capt. Mike Steele. The troops were dropped by helicopter deep into the capital city of Mogadishu to capture two top lieutenants of a Somali warlord. The resulting action lead to a large and drawn-out firefight between the Rangers and hundreds of Somali gunmen. The battle led to the destruction of two U.S. Black Hawk helicopters and to...
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[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about UH-60 Black Hawks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
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[2020]
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Black Hawk down: It is a riveting documentary about the heroic efforts of the soldiers...
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[2019]
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The Real Story of the Heroic Rescue
In October 1993, two U.S. Black Hawk helicopters were shot down in Mogadishu, Somalia. With the special forces pinned down at the crash sites, the 2nd Battalion 14th Infantry Regiment of the 10th Mountain Division (2-14) engaged in a ferocious fight to reach the soldiers and bring them home.
The infamous event is now shared in riveting detail by the troops and commanders who showed extraordinary courage, skill,...
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