The 9/11 Commission Report: Complete Edition

Full and Complete Account of the Circumstances Surrounding the September 11, 2001 Terrorist Attacks

Thomas R. Eldridge, Susan Ginsburg, Walter T. Hempel II, Janice L. Kephart, Kelly Moore, Joanne M. Accolla, The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States

• Publisher: Musaicum Books
• Year: 2018
• Topic: Politics & International Relations
• eBook ISBN:
  9788027240609
• Subtopic: North American History
• Index: Politics & International Relations

The 9/11 Commission Report: Complete Edition is a seminal anthology that meticulously curates varying narratives and extensive analyses to explore the cataclysmic events of September 11, 2001. Embedded within its pages are nuanced literary styles ranging from factual reporting to compelling narrative storytelling. This voluminous work encapsulates historical and contemporary insights, reflecting on the United States' preparedness, response, and ensuing changes in policy. The anthology distinguishes itself by weaving complex threads of political, social, and security discourses into a coherent historical context, making it a standout reference in the field of modern history and counterterrorism studies. The authors, a diverse group enriched by their unique backgrounds in law, policy analysis, security, and counterterrorism, offer an unparalleled comprehensive examination of the events leading up to and following the attacks. This collective, guided by The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States, brings together expert analyses and firsthand accounts that resonate with significant historical and cultural reflections contributing to broader socio-political discourses. Their combined efforts encapsulate an era defining both the vulnerabilities and strengths of national security frameworks. This report is a must-read for scholars, policymakers, historians, and those interested in the mechanics of national security and counterterrorism. It presents an educational journey through a pivotal moment in American history, offering readers a chance to engage with diverse perspectives and detailed analyses. The 9/11 Commission Report is not only a scholarly resource but also a compelling narrative that fosters a deeper understanding of one of the most significant events in recent history.

Table of contents

• Cover
• The 9/11 Commission Report: Complete Edition
• Contents
• Preface
• 1. “We Have Some Planes”
• 2. The Foundation of the New Terrorism
• 3. Counterterrorism Evolves
• 4. Responses to Al Qaeda’s Initial Assaults
• 5. Al Qaeda Aims at the American Homeland
• 6. From Threat to Threat
• 7. The Attack Looms
• 8. “The System was Blinking Red”
• 9. Heroism and Horror
• 10. Wartime
• 11. Foresight—and Hindsight
• 12. What To Do? A Global Strategy
• 13. How To Do It? A Different Way of Organizing the Government
• Appendix A: Common Abbreviations
• Appendix B: Table of Names
• Appendix C: Commission Hearings
• Notes
• Member List
• Staff List