The Forrestal Diaries - Walter Millis - Bog

The Forrestal Diaries is a book written by Walter Millis that contains the personal diary entries of James Forrestal, the first United States Secretary of Defense. The book provides a unique insight into the inner workings of the American government during the period of 1947 to 1949, covering the early years of the Cold War and the emergence of the Soviet Union as a global superpower. Forrestal's diary entries detail his personal experiences and interactions with other key figures in the government, including President Truman, General George Marshall, and Secretary of State Dean Acheson. The book also sheds light on Forrestal's struggles with mental health issues, including his eventual hospitalization and tragic suicide in 1949. Overall, The Forrestal Diaries offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history, as well as the personal struggles of one of its most influential figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.