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Dwight D. Eisenhower's public image was that of a widegrinning Daddy Warbucks who preferred the golf course over the cabinet room. He was perceived as a military bureaucrat who never held a combat command. A Republican sandwiched between two Democratic administrations, he lacked the political vigor of his predecessor Harry S. Truman and the star quality of his successor JFK.Yet behind the placid image he was a sly fox who ran the most efficient espionage establishment in the world. His goal was to keep the Free World free. To do so, he fostered the growth of the CIA, overthrew governments, flew spy flights, and hatched assassination plots. At the top of the intelligence pyramid, Ike shouldered some of the greatest coups in espionage history, as well as some of its most ignominious failures.Among Ike's The 'Man Who Never Was' strategem, the ULTRAguided ambush of the German counterattack at Mortain, which opened the Allies' way to the Rhine, the 1954 overthrow of Jacobo Arbenz Guzman's government of Guatemala, Operation AJAX, which toppled Iran's Mossadegh, and the U2 flights over Russia. But Ike can be credited likewise for the failure to predict the German attack during the Battle of the Bulge, the Francis Gary Powers fiasco, and the tragic and irresponsible encouragement of freedom fighters in Hungary, Indonesia, and Cuba.In writing this revealing probe into the 1950s spy world, Stephen E. Ambrose, the author of the most acclaimed fullscale biography of Eisenhower, interviewed the president and many of his agents and had access to much previously unpublished archival material. 'The story he tells,' said the New York Review of Books in 1981 when the book was first published, 'is one of some very low deeds done in the name of high moral principles.'Stephen E. Ambrose was Director Emeritus of the Eisenhower Center, Boyd Professor of History at the University of New Orleans, and president of the National D Day Museum. He was the author of many books, most recently The Mississippi and the Making of a From the Louisana Purchase to Today. His compilation of 1,400 oral histories from American veterans and authorship of over 20 books established him as one of the foremost historians of the Second World War in Europe. He died October 13, 2002, in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains three hundred sixty-eight pages. It provides an in-depth look at Eisenhower's espionage strategies and historical context.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is a hardcover edition. The hardcover binding makes it durable and suitable for long-term reading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Stephen E. Ambrose, with contributions from Richard H. Immerman. Ambrose is a renowned historian known for his works on World War II.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book is categorized under Presidents and Heads of State. It focuses on Dwight D. Eisenhower's role during the Cold War.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book like any standard novel. It is suitable for anyone interested in history, espionage, or American politics.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: This book is generally recommended for adult and mature readers. It contains complex themes related to espionage and political history.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keeping it on a bookshelf will help maintain its condition.
- Q: Can I clean the cover of this book? A: Yes, you can clean the cover with a dry cloth. Avoid using water or cleaners that could damage the book's surface.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was first published in nineteen eighty-one. It has since become a critical reference for understanding Eisenhower's presidency.
- Q: How does this book compare to other biographies of Eisenhower? A: This biography is noted for its extensive use of primary sources and interviews. It provides a unique perspective on Eisenhower's espionage activities.
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- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of espionage, political strategy, and historical analysis during the Eisenhower administration. It examines both successes and failures.
- Q: Is there an audiobook version available? A: Yes, an audiobook version is available. It allows for an alternative way to experience the insights of Eisenhower's era.