An outpouring of feminist writings accompanied the growth of radical social and religious movements in Britain and Europe in the 1840s. Catherine Barmby s Demand for the Emancipation of Woman, Politically and Socially (1843) led the way.
Separated into five service branches, the United States armed forces is one of the worldâs largest militaries. Consisting mainly of volunteer recruits, the U.S. military is steeped in history and tradition. The five branches of the armed forces include the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard.
Military Branches. 1  Navy. 2  Marine Corps. 3  Army. Air Force.  Coast 1  Guard. Asbestos in the US Navy The U.S. Navy covered its ships from bow to stern with asbestos products, utilizing their effective fireproofing qualities, but effectively exposing everyone on board to the toxic material.