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JFK and the Unspeakable: Why He Died and Why It Matters

This book delves into the circumstances surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, examining the reasons behind his death and the significance of the event in historical context. more

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James W. Douglass
James W. Douglass

James W. Douglass is an American author recognized for his writings on the American Civil Rights Movement and the history of the United States. Born in 1937, he has penned extensively on the life and heritage of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as well as on other historical figures and events. more

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