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Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
September 11, 2001, is a day that is engraved in the minds of people all around the world, even if they were too young to remember that day themselves. The horrible terror attacks on that day changed the way the U.S. government dealt with terrorism and ushered in a new age of security. In this book, students will learn about the attack, which killed 189 both on Flight 77 and on the ground, as well as the ramifications of the attack. Their reading...
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
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Description
The world watched in horror on September 11, 2001, when two passenger planes were flown into the World Trade Center buildings, killing nearly three thousand people. Soon after, the United States entered a war that would last many years. This book explores the events leading up to this horrific attack and the terrorist group responsible, as well as the attack itself and its long-lasting ramifications. Students will be guided in their reading with a...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
As a terrorism network, ISIS (the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria) has attacked Westerners and non-supportive Muslims worldwide, killing and wounding thousands. Explore the roots of ISIS, how it plans attacks and recruits adherents, and global efforts to stop the group.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
The world is awash in weapons-grade nuclear materials, and terrorists are intent on using some to build a nuclear weapon. Scientists and engineers are pursuing a multi-pronged strategy to eliminate the threat by securing nuclear stockpiles, detecting the movement of unsecured radioactive materials, tracking the terrorists, and disarming the weapons before they are used.
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Many extremist groups have emerged in recent years. Moreover, many individuals harbor extremist viewpoints and have taken action on their own. They do this to call attention to their beliefs, cause chaos, and very often commit acts of violence under the misguided notions that their causes are justified and would find widespread acceptance by the American people. [This book discusses domestic extremism]"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
After the awful tragedy of 9/11, the United States launched the War on Terror, which vigorously targeted terrorist groups around the world. Through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes this title begins with A Brief History of the War on Terror and then examines these questions: How Did the 9/11 Attacks Launch the War on Terror? How Did the Killing of Osama bin Laden Weaken al Qaeda? How Did the War on Terror Contribute to the...
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