The Situation Room
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The Situation Room
George Stephanopoulos, former senior advisor to President Clinton and for more than 20 years anchor of This Week and co-anchor of Good Morning America, recounts the crises that decided the course of history, from the place 12 presidents made their highest-pressure decisions: the White House Situation Room.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionNo room better defines American power and its role in the world than the White House Situation Room. And yet, none is more shrouded in secrecy and mystery. Created under President Kennedy, the Sit Room has been the epicentre of crisis management for presidents for more than six decades. Time and again, the decisions made within the Sit Room complex affect the lives of every person on this planet.
The Situation Room offers a gripping, behind-the-scenes look at this iconic location, presenting a meticulously researched and captivating narrative that spans twelve presidential administrations. Throughout this compelling account, readers are given unparalleled access to some of the most pivotal moments in modern history, capturing the tension, urgency, and critical decision-making processes that define the Sit Room.
This book delves into dramatic turning points that have shaped the world, illustrating the weight of the decisions made within these walls. Among the riveting scenarios included are:
- Incredible minute-by-minute transcripts of the Sit Room's response after Presidents Kennedy and Reagan were shot, providing a raw and visceral insight into the chaos and control exercised during these national emergencies.
- The shocking episode when Henry Kissinger raised the military alert level to DEFCON III as President Nixon navigated a personal crisis in the White House residence.
- The extraordinary and little-known instance when President Carter solicited the aid of secret government psychics in a desperate bid to rescue American hostages in Iran.
- A vivid and heart-stopping retelling of the fraught hours during the 9/11 terrorist attacks, showcasing the real-time decisions and emotions inside the Sit Room.
- Newly uncovered details from officials in the Obama administration leading up to the high-stakes raid on Osama Bin Laden, offering an inside view of this historic operation.
- A first-ever account from the staff members within the Sit Room during the events of January 6th, presenting a poignant and eye-opening perspective on this unprecedented crisis.
The Situation Room is the definitive, past-the-security-clearance look at the room where history has repeatedly unfolded. Through the perspectives of both famous figures and unsung heroes, this book illuminates the gravity and complexity of the decisions made within its walls, providing an essential read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the art of governance.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781538770184
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 16 May 2024
Country: United States
Imprint: Grand Central Publishing
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 36.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 580g
Pages: 368
About the Author
George Stephanopoulos is the host of ABC's This Week with George Stephanopoulos and co-anchor of Good Morning America. Stephanopoulos joined ABC News in 1997 as an analyst for This Week. Prior to joining ABC News, he served in the Clinton administration as the senior advisor to the president for policy and strategy. He is the author of All Too Human, a New York Times bestseller.
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