1960. As the Cold War reaches its height, so does postwar prosperity, and the American people celebrate their optimism by electing as president the young, charismatic John F. Kennedy. Just 90 miles from the United States, the Cuban people are celebrating the rise of Fidel Castro, their own young and charismatic populist leader who overthrew Batista's oppressive regime. Around the world, a rising tide of Communism is absorbing one country after another. President Kennedy, vowing to keep Communism out of the Western Hemisphere, knows he must confront Castro. It will mean not only testing his...
1960. As the Cold War reaches its height, so does postwar prosperity, and the American people celebrate their optimism by electing as president the yo...
Critical acclaim for William B. Breuer ""A first-class historian."" -The Wall Street Journal Top Secret Tales of World War II ""A book for rainy days and long solitary nights by the fire. If there were a genre for cozy nonfiction, this would be the template."" -Publishers Weekly ""Perfect for the curious and adventure readers and those who love exotic tales and especially history buffs who will be surprised at what they didn't know. Recommended for nearly everyone."" -Kirkus Reviews Daring Missions of World War II "" The author brings to light many previously...
Critical acclaim for William B. Breuer ""A first-class historian."" -The Wall Street Journal Top Secret Tales of World War II ""A book for...
