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Aberdeen Proving Ground (MD) (Images of America),Used
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Through the lens of over 200 vintage images, uncover the history and contributions made at the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland.Situated in southeastern Harford County and edged by the Chesapeake Bay and the Bush and Gunpowder Rivers, the U.S. Army bases known as Aberdeen Proving Ground, Edgewood Arsenal, and Fort Hoyle have been home to ordnance, chemical, technology, and artillery commands. The photographs in this volume include scenes of the fertile farmlands of Aberdeen, Edgewood, and Michaelsville, and their transformation, which began in 1917, into the military base known today as Aberdeen Proving Ground, or APG. Views of daily life on base include the ''Toonerville'' Trolley, a smallscale train that shuttled commuting personnel between the main gate and the buildings on post. The images document changes in the ways wars have been fought and changes in society as a result of war. Brave officers voluntarily tested the effects of mustard agent and other chemical weapons on protective clothing and gas masks. Local women sewed gas masks for troops and civilians. Women moved into key jobs on base during World War II, manufacturing and maintaining tanks and weapons systems as the need for great numbers of troops depleted the workforce of civilian males. APG scientists led the way into the computer age when they developed ENIAC, the first electronic digital computer.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Aberdeen Proving Ground (MD) (Images of America)'? A: The book showcases over 200 vintage images that highlight the history and contributions of the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland, focusing on its transformation into a military base and the daily life of those on base.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Aberdeen Proving Ground (MD) (Images of America)' is Bill Bates.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 1, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 128 pages.
- Q: Is the book new or used? A: The book is listed as a new item.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: It is a used book in good condition and features illustrated content that documents the history of the Aberdeen Proving Ground.
- Q: What historical aspects does the book cover? A: The book covers the development of the Aberdeen Proving Ground, including its role during World War II and advancements in military technology, such as the creation of the first electronic digital computer, ENIAC.
- Q: Can you give examples of the types of images included in the book? A: The book includes images of daily life on the base, scenes of the surrounding farmlands, and significant events related to military operations.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under State & Local history.