Almost History: Close Calls, Plan B'S, and Twists of Fate in America's Past (Thorndike American History)

This nonfiction series is comprised of readable and informative titles on any aspect of the founding, development, and expansion of our country; as well as the events and the people who shaped it. It includes memoirs, military history, political controversy and environmental exposes, in short -- America's collective history.Almost History is a fascinating collection of speeches, memos, and other archival material that reveals how our government would have handled historic moments that almost -- but didn't -- come to be. Compiled by a Deputy Director of the National Archives, this extraordinary and often provocative material demonstrates just how close we came to defeat, disaster, and distress -- and provides chilling proof that the course of history can change in an instant. Illustrated with numerous photos of actual documents, this collection offers a focus and insight into alternative history that is truly unique.Roger Bruns is the author of 'Almost History: Close Calls, Plan B'S, and Twists of Fate in America's Past (Thorndike American History)' with ISBN 9780783894492 and ISBN 078389449X.