Military History

[close] Welcome to the Aspiring Historians goodreads! This is a community of interest for history students and aspiring historians to network, share common interests, and advance the study of history. We're so glad to have you!

[close] A place to discuss all the unique aspects of Deaf culture as highlighted in the thriller Silent Fear (A novel inspired by true crimes) by Lance & James Morcan. This group can also be an intersection of sorts where Deaf and hearing people can engage and learn from each other.

[close] To truly recognize the military and veteran community is to be informed of the various and complex histories, experiences, and narratives of military culture and veteran knowledge. The MAVRC Book Club, organized by the Military and Veteran Veteran Services at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE), will present a series of readings and discussions to better comprehend and interpret the policies and procedures that developed the United States Armed Forces, and make sense of the terrain and bureaucracy that military personnel and veterans navigate daily. Hosting such a book club will cultivate conversations with the purpose of dismantling stereotypes and the romanticism on the meaning of service. Through its diverse readings, the book club aims to highlight the contributions of its veterans, dissect the policies and procedures that have shaped military and veteran life, and to gain a worldly perspective on the conflicts that the United States Armed Forces has engaged in since its formal establishment. All book club meetings are open virtually to the public. Trigger warning: Books selected may deal with themes and topics of war and combat; sexual assault, abuse, harassment, and violence; disabilities, physical and mental health, and trauma; gender and sexual identity; race, culture, and ethnicity; and politics and religion. Politics of the authors of selected readings are not reflective of the Military and Veteran Resource Center. Differing opinions and worldviews should be communicated intellectually with respect and understanding.

[close] Boots, Bayonets and Books is a group dedicated to promoting military literature and the history of warfare, with a selection from both non-fiction and fiction. Every month readers will be able to choose from one of two recommended books, with a selection of other titles where applicable. Throughout the year we will offer you the chance to win prizes and encourage your reviews, thoughts, recommendations and participation. Books may also include those on European and Western history, British history, politics and international relations to widen your knowledge of issues, events or periods, but these will not be nominated for Book of the Month. We hope you have fun and enjoy Boots, Bayonets and Books!