Enigma in Many Keys: The Life and Letters of a WWII Intelligence Officer - Couverture souple

Button, Robert

 
9780595321575: Enigma in Many Keys: The Life and Letters of a WWII Intelligence Officer
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ISBN 10 : 0595321577 ISBN 13 : 9780595321575
Editeur : iUniverse, 2004

Synopsis

Enigma in Many Keys is an insider's story of some of the most dramatic events of the 20th century. Button writes an anecdotal account of World War II "Ultra" intelligence, the Voice of America, and the early days of television and satellite communications."Enigma in Many Keys complements other war memoirs-its focus takes us away from the brutal tragedies of battle. Rich descriptions and keen insights result from the author's access to important people and places remarkable letters, by a soldier in his 20's, are perceptive and detailed a unique account of the war and a welcome addition to the World War II canon."Peter WescombeTrustee, Bletchley Park Trustfrom the Foreword"Robert Button is someone who actually had something measurable to do with the way our world is today: an American citizen-soldier at the heart of the Allied effort in Europe; he is a diplomat who directed Voice of America and served at the nascent NATO headquarters; an entrepreneur who spotted the potential of emerging satellite technology. He is a gifted storyteller with a fascinating story to tell."Patrick L. Townsendauthor of Five-Star Leadership

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Enigma in Many Keys is an insider's story of some of the most dramatic events of the 20th century. Button writes an anecdotal account of World War II "Ultra" intelligence, the Voice of America, and the early days of television and satellite communications."Enigma in Many Keys complements other war memoirs-its focus takes us away from the brutal tragedies of battle. Rich descriptions and keen insights result from the author's access to important people and places remarkable letters, by a soldier in his 20's, are perceptive and detailed a unique account of the war and a welcome addition to the World War II canon."Peter WescombeTrustee, Bletchley Park Trustfrom the Foreword"Robert Button is someone who actually had something measurable to do with the way our world is today: an American citizen-soldier at the heart of the Allied effort in Europe; he is a diplomat who directed Voice of America and served at the nascent NATO headquarters; an entrepreneur who spotted the potential of emerging satellite technology. He is a gifted storyteller with a fascinating story to tell."Patrick L. Townsendauthor of Five-Star Leadership

Biographie de l'auteur

Robert E. Button is a retired U.S. Army Colonel with a lifetime of pioneering experiences in the military, diplomatic, and broadcasting arenas. He is a published writer of travel articles, cultural and political commentaries, and musical scores for choral and popular music. He and his wife live in Old Greenwich, Connecticut.

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Éditeur
iUniverse
Date d'édition
2004
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0595321577
ISBN 13 
9780595321575
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
222
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
Buchpark GmbH
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ISBN 10 :  0595664814 ISBN 13 :  9780595664818
Editeur : iUniverse, 2004
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