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War on the Waters: The Union & Confederate Navies, 1861–1865

by James M. McPherson

Almost a David-and-Goliath scenario! Civil War-era naval engagements were relatively small and few but had a disproportionately large impact. This excellent book too is relatively small—and makes a large impact.

Freedom’s Forge: How American Business Produced Victory in World War II

by Arthur Herman

Two men who never donned a uniform were absolutely critical to America’s dominance in the war. At last here is a book to tell their story and the one of public and private sector cooperation. Don’t think for a moment this is a boring book!

500 Days: Secrets and Lies in the Terror Wars

by Kurt Eichenwald

In the aftermath of 9/11 political leaders scramble to appear as if they’re on top of the situation. Bending the truth, torturing informants, skeptics be damned—Constitution? What Constitution? And all of a sudden, we’re at war.

Class of ’99: Triumph and Tragedy in the 1999 Indy Car Series

by John Oreovicz

That one year was a bleak one for fans of that series, and October especially so because one man died, a driver, who could have turned the whole thing around. Combining contemporary reporting and new interviews, this book examines multiple storylines.

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