Food in the American military : a history / John C. Fisher and Carol Fisher.

  • Fisher, John C., 1949-
Date:
[2011], ©2011
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Description

"This book describes the historical development of rations used by America's military from the Revolutionary War to the present, recounting challenges and opportunities faced by war planners in obtaining and transporting food to soldiers, sailors, and marines. It discusses ration research and development, the evolution of food personnel training, and various methods of food storage, preparation, and distribution"--Provided by publisher.

Publication/Creation

Jefferson, N.C. ; London : McFarland & Co., [2011], ©2011.

Physical description

vii, 283 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm

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Bibliographic information

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents

Meals for the Revolutionary War -- War of 1812 food -- Post-war of 1812 and Mexican War military subsistence -- Civil War bill of fare -- Army food during the westward expansion -- Military food for a world power -- Military subsistence "over there" -- Provisions for World War II -- The modern military menu -- "-- And then there was POW food" -- Appendix: military recipes.

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  • LocationStatus
    History of Medicine
    LMJF.6
    		Open shelves

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ISBN

  • 9780786434176
  • 0786434171