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Secret Empire: Eisenhower, the CIA, and the Hidden Story of America's Space Espionage,Used
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In a brief period of explosive, topsecret innovation during the 1950s, a small group of scientists, engineers, businessmen, and government officials rewrote the book on airplane design and led the nation into outer space. Led by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, they invented the U2 and SR71 spy planes and the first reconnaissance satellites that revolutionized spying, proved that the missile gap was a myth, and protected the United States from Soviet surprise nuclear attack. They also made possible the spacebased mapping, communications, and targeting systems used in the Gulf War, Afghanistan, and Iraq.Veteran New York Times reporter and editor Philip Taubman interviewed dozens of participants and mined thousands of previously classified documents to tell this hidden, farreaching story. He reconstructs the crucial meetings, conversations, and decisions that inspired and guided the development of the spy plane and satellite projects during one of the most perilous periods in our history, a time when, as President Eisenhower said, the world seemed to be 'racing toward catastrophe.'This is the story of these secret heroes, told in full for the first time.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Secret Empire'? A: 'Secret Empire' explores the hidden story of America's space espionage during the 1950s, focusing on the innovations in airplane design and the development of spy planes and reconnaissance satellites under President Eisenhower's leadership.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Secret Empire'? A: The author of 'Secret Empire' is Philip Taubman, a veteran New York Times reporter and editor.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'Secret Empire' was published on March 1, 2004.
- Q: How many pages does 'Secret Empire' have? A: 'Secret Empire' contains a total of 472 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Secret Empire'? A: 'Secret Empire' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Secret Empire' a new or used book? A: 'Secret Empire' is listed as a new book.
- Q: What are some key features of 'Secret Empire'? A: Key features of 'Secret Empire' include its detailed narrative based on interviews with participants and previously classified documents, revealing significant historical insights into America's space espionage.
- Q: In which category does 'Secret Empire' fall? A: 'Secret Empire' falls under the category of United States history.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'Secret Empire' is available in a reprint edition.
- Q: Does 'Secret Empire' provide insights into modern military technology? A: Yes, 'Secret Empire' discusses how the innovations of the 1950s contributed to modern military technologies, including space-based mapping and communication systems used in recent conflicts.