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Island Of Shame: The Secret History Of The U.S. Military Base On Diego Garcia
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The American Military Base On The Island Of Diego Garcia Is One Of The Most Strategically Important And Secretive U.S. Military Installations Outside The United States. Located Near The Remote Center Of The Indian Ocean And Accessible Only By Military Transport, The Littleknown Base Has Been Instrumental In American Military Operations From The Cold War To The War On Terror And May House A Topsecret Cia Prison Where Terror Suspects Are Interrogated And Tortured. But Diego Garcia Harbors Another Dirty Secret, One That Has Been Kept From Most Of The Worlduntil Now.Island Of Shame Is The First Major Book To Reveal The Shocking Truth Of How The United States Conspired With Britain To Forcibly Expel Diego Garcia'S Indigenous Peoplethe Chagossiansand Deport Them To Slums In Mauritius And The Seychelles, Where Most Live In Dire Poverty To This Day. Drawing On Interviews With Washington Insiders, Military Strategists, And Exiled Islanders, As Well As Hundreds Of Declassified Documents, David Vine Exposes The Secret History Of Diego Garcia. He Chronicles The Chagossians' Dramatic, Unfolding Story As They Struggle To Survive In Exile And Fight To Return To Their Homeland. Tracing U.S. Foreign Policy From The Cold War To The War On Terror, Vine Shows How The United States Has Forged A New And Pervasive Kind Of Empire That Is Quietly Dominating The Planet With Hundreds Of Overseas Military Bases.Island Of Shame Is An Unforgettable Expos Of The Human Costs Of Empire And A Mustread For Anyone Concerned About U.S. Foreign Policy And Its Consequences. The Author Will Donate All Royalties From The Sale Of This Book To The Chagossians.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Island of Shame'? A: 'Island of Shame' primarily focuses on the secret history of the U.S. military base on Diego Garcia, including the forced expulsion of the indigenous Chagossians and the human costs of U.S. foreign policy.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Island of Shame'? A: The author of 'Island of Shame' is David Vine, who is known for his research on U.S. military bases and their impact on local populations.
- Q: When was 'Island of Shame' published? A: 'Island of Shame' was published on January 23, 2011.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Island of Shame' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Island of Shame'? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: Is 'Island of Shame' a revised edition? A: Yes, 'Island of Shame' is a revised edition.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Island of Shame' is sold as a new item.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes in 'Island of Shame' include U.S. foreign policy, military operations, the impact of imperialism, and the struggles of the Chagossian people.
- Q: Does the author donate royalties from the book? A: Yes, David Vine donates all royalties from the sale of 'Island of Shame' to the Chagossians.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the historical and political context of Diego Garcia, the plight of the Chagossians, and the broader implications of U.S. military presence worldwide.