A Day in the Life of the United States Armed Forces

by Lewis J. Korman, Matthew Naythons

On October 22, 2002, more than 125 of the world's finest photographers set out on a unique global mission. Their instructions were simple: look beyond the daily news headlines, dig beneath the breaking stories, and capture what life is like on an ordinary day for the men and women of the United States Armed Forces around the world. For 24 consecutive hours, this prize-winning team of civilian and military photographers -- working with the cooperation and support of the Department of Defense -- chronicled daily life in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. The resulting book of photographs documents the lives of elite units and freshly minted recruits; of cadets, generals, fire-fighters, medics, and MPs; of soldiers at desolate outposts and on strategic bases. It illustrates life in the cockpit of a fighter, on a Trident submarine, in an underground missile silo, and at computer terminals in a war room. It shows personnel patrolling borders, jungles, mountains, and harbors; training for special operations; and fighting terrorism. It is a timeless portrait -- in indelible images and eloquent words -- of the men and women who wear the uniforms of the American military. They are your sons, daughters, spouses, neighbors, and friends. Together these photographs provide an inspiring visual reminder of the routine and heroic operations, the sacrifices and dedication, that are necessary to defend America's freedoms 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Genres: Military Fiction, History, Nonfiction

256 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Dustin Kochensparger · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick read that’s all about the photos! A unique experiment to take photos at military bases, aboard ships, and practically anywhere else the US armed forces reside, this 2002 photo collection is an amazing preservation of a single moment in time. Focused on the mundane and average, these photos capture the daily reality of serving in the US military, across any branch. A real time capsule experience for those who grew up at the height of the War on Terror, recommended read for anyone with an interest in US military history.

[Sara Root · Rating 5 out of 5]

My father was in the United States Army reserves for 12 years, and I am very proud of him, and I was very happy to see a lot of phonographs depicting American military life.

If you are a photographer and love American military history and photography, this book is for you!

[Laqueesha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful images and photography. Now, almost 20 years later, it serves as a time capsule of sorts.

[Sabur76 · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's old and outdated, but it's still nice. The premise that these books had was interesting.