David Petraeus
2011
First Published
128
Number of Pages
Part of Series
This contemporary biography series profiles the lives of some of today’s most prominent newsmakers; whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known people garner public attention.; Biography of U.S. Army General David Petraeus, former commanding general of Multi-National Force-I in Iraq and former head of U.S. Central command, current commander of U.S. forces and ISAF forces in Afghanistan, until confirmed as new head of CIA (confirmation hearings will occur in September 2011).Covers Petraeus’s small town childhood and experiences attending West Point. His military experience is covered in great detail along with information about his personal life.; Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. Through quotations from the individual profiled as well as from friends, supporters, and critics, readers learn how these men and women view themselves as well as how other regard them. Each book in this series includes sidebars, photographs, annotated bibliographies, timelines, and comprehensive indexes.
