Millions of men served in the U.S. military during World War II. Readers will discover how these brave troops were trained, what methods they used to battle enemies, and what life was like for the soldiers overseas. They will also learn about the many different roles troops occupied within the army, from infantry and tank drivers to engineers and doctors. The complex text in this title allows readers to determine main ideas and explain how they are supported by key details. The grade-appropriate context helps readers determine the meaning of domain-specific words and phrases as well.