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Dec 28, 2012 norman schwarzkopf, the us army general who drove saddam husseins forces from kuwait in 1991 as commander of the lightningquick campaign known as operation desert storm, has died at the age of 78. The autobiography of general norman schwarzkopf norman schwarzkopf. Norman schwarzkopf was commander in chief of the u. A fine and lucid book, teeming with vitality schwarzkopf is a compelling storyteller. Norman schwarzkopf books list of books by author norman. In 1993, schwarzkopf was found to have prostate cancer, for which he. None the item pictured in this auction is the exact item that you will receive shipping and handling within the u. The autobiography of general norman schwarzkopf norman. Pdf the character and competence to be a leader in the. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
After the frustration and heartbreak of the vietnam war, this. The book has been autographed on the title page by norman schwarzkopf both book and autograph are in very good condition. His father was a 1917 graduate of the united states military academy and veteran of world war i. Shipping information packing, handling and shipping of purchased lots is the sole responsibility and strictly at the option of the purchaser. First edition, first printing published in 1992 by linda graybantam books.
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