El Paso Public Library
 

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July 2008

This month's new publications cover military history, national monuments, and two issues at the forefront of the news--home foreclosures and violence along the border.  Check it out!:
Modern U.S. Civil-Military Relations: Wielding the Terrible Swift Sword
  McNair Paper intended to make available original research on significant issues affecting U.S. national security in order to provoke thought, educate and inform.
Vietnam Studies – Field Artillery 1954-1973
  This document will illuminate some of the more important activities of the U.S. Army Field Artillery in Vietnam.
First in the Air – The Eagle Squadrons of World War II
  This document talks about volunteer pilots that eventually made up the Eagle Squadrons.
Standing Witness – Devils Tower National Monument
  This document is a history of this natural wonder in Wyoming.
Fort Union National Monument
  This document is a short history of the fort in New Mexico.
Foreclosure Prevention and Intervention: The Importance of Loss Mitigation Strategies in Keeping Families in their Homes
  Field hearing that discusses the sub prime crisis.
IRAQ: Democracy or Civil War?
  Second hearing to discuss security force levels, prospect for a national reconciliation, the consequence of leaving Iraq immediately or later or when Iraqis are capable of taking over.
Criminal Activity and Violence Along the Southern Border
  Hearing discussing the expanding crisis of violence and criminal activity on America’s border with Mexico.
NASA’s Space Shuttle and International Space Station Program: Status and Issues
  Hearing discussing NASA’s budget request and plans for the Space Shuttle and International Space Station programs.
Emancipation Hall: A Tribute to the Slaves Who Helped Build the U.S. Capitol
  Hearing to discuss the naming of the great hall at the Capitol Visitor Center “Emancipation Hall”.
H.R. 23, the “Belated Thank You to the Merchant Mariners of World War II Act of 2007”
  Hearing discussing the role of the Merchant Marines in the war and benefits that were not given to them upon their return. This hearing calls for token compensation for any still living today.
 
The information above is being provided by the El Paso Public Library- Government Documents Department.  This list was compiled by Beth Patterson.  For more information about government documents at our libraries, please call Government Documents at 915-543-5497
 
 July 01, 2008