The Day the President Was Shot: The Secret Service, the FBI, a Would-Be Killer, and the Attempted Assassination of Ronald Reagan
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| Rating | : | 4.73 (683 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1627796991 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-07-01 |
| Language | : | English |
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The year was 1981. Just two months into his presidency, Ronald Reagan was shot after leaving a speaking engagement in Washington, D. From the scene of the shooting and the dramatic action of the Secret Service, to the FBI's interrogation of the shooter, the life-saving measures of the medical professionals and the president's extraordinary recovery, this is a page-turning account of an attempted assassination and its aftermath.This title has Common Core connections.. Mere days after his near-death experience, Reagan's personal strength propelled him back into his presidential duties. C. The quick action of the Secret Service and medical professionals saved the president's life. Adapted from Bill O'Reilly's historical thriller Killing Reagan, with characteristically gripping storytelling, this story explores the events of the day Reagan was shot
Details of what led to the shooting Conny The insight and time line that led to the attempted assassination of Ronald Reagan is meticulously written.The bravery of the brave Secret Service and FBI reminds us of the dedication they have to our great nation.. Rainey said Good read. Gave as a gift and they really like it. Was very disappointed. If you had no knowledge of what happened AJB Did not go into details or was not as in depth as previous books. Was very disappointed. If you had no knowledge of what happened to Reagan then you will appreciate the book. If you were around when this happened or if you are a history buff, then I cannot recommend the book to you.
. He is also the anchor of The O'Reilly Factor, the highest-rated cable news show in the country. Bill O'Reilly is a former high-school history teacher and the author of many bestselling books, including Lincoln's Last Days and Hitler's Last Days
The popularity of O'Reilly's adult title will drive interest in this version, but it definitely stands alone and will find an audience among general readers and report writers.” School Library Journal“Accessible to younger readers.” Booklist. Hitler's Last Days: "A skillfully organized overview of the fall of the Third Reich, O’Reilly’s summary coordinates text with graphic photos for maximum impact." VOYA, starred review"A helpful additional resource for social studies students and WWII buffs." BooklistKennedy's Last Days:“A thoroughly documented, visually rich presentation.” Kirkus ReviewsLincoln's Last Days:“This thrillerlike adaptation captures the excitement of the Union victory in the Civil War and the shock and horror that quickly followed as