44 Results in the "Non-Fiction" category
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Chapter 26: Blood Cries Out
The chapter 26 "Blood Cries Out" delves deeper into the harrowing investigation of the Osage Indian murders during the Reign of Terror, shedding light on a deeply entrenched conspiracy aimed at exploiting and exterminating the Osage people for their oil wealth. As the narrator painstakingly combs through aged archives in Fort Worth, they come across a worn, fabric-covered logbook from the Office of Indian Affairs. The logbook lists the names of Osage wards under government-assigned guardians, many of whom…-
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CHAPTER 26
In Chapter 26, the narrative provides an in-depth look into the high-stakes decisions made within the Situation Room during the U.S. intervention in Libya. The primary objective was to halt Gaddafi’s military advances while ensuring minimal risks to U.S. personnel and assets. A carefully coordinated strategy was devised, emphasizing an international coalition approach where the United States would take the initial role in dismantling Libya’s air defenses before shifting the primary military…-
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Chapter 26
In Chapter 26 of The Art Thief, the tension heightens as Breitwieser returns home, carrying with him a rare and priceless treasure—a four-hundred-year-old bugle that he has successfully stolen. He eagerly recounts the details of the daring heist to Anne-Catherine, his excitement undiminished as he describes his actions in retrieving the stolen item. In his retelling, Breitwieser paints a picture of a well-calculated operation: climbing onto a radiator to reach the sealed display box containing the bugle,…-
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Chapter 25: The Lost Manuscript
The Lost Manuscript brings to mind stories of cultural identity and historical struggles, much like the challenges faced by the Osage Nation. In June 2015, at the urging of Kathryn Red Corn, I visited the Osage Nation and observed a vast windmill farm spread across the open plains west of Pawhuska, Oklahoma. The towering wind turbines stretched across more than eight thousand acres, generating electricity for tens of thousands of homes. However, despite the promise of renewable energy, the project stirred…-
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Chapter 25: Rock Star
Chapter 25: Rock Star delves deeply into the transformative period in American history following Barack Obama's historic election, focusing on the profound shift in racial reconciliation and healing. The chapter begins with a pivotal moment in the life of Elwin Wilson, a former Klansman who had participated in violent attacks against civil rights protesters, including notable figures such as John Lewis and Albert Bigelow. After witnessing the unity and hope ignited by Obama’s inauguration, Wilson…-
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Chapter 25
In Chapter 25 of The Art Thief, Breitwieser’s obsession with acquiring stolen art reaches its most intense phase, pushing him to undertake a series of increasingly daring heists. His earlier small-scale thefts are just the beginning, with Breitwieser securing items like a silver sugar bowl, a pair of Communion chalices, a stained-glass windowpane, a soup tureen, and a commemorative medallion, all while deceiving Anne-Catherine about his criminal activities. His first real breakthrough comes when he…-
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CHAPTER 24: Whose Bid Is It?
"Chapter 24: Whose Bid Is It?" Pete Souza and I sat opposite Marvin and Reggie at the Air Force One conference room table, all of us a bit bleary-eyed as we sorted through our cards. We were on our way to Mumbai—the first leg of a nine-day trip to Asia that would include not only my first visit to India but also a stop in Jakarta, a G20 meeting in Seoul, and an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting in Yokohama, Japan. The plane had been humming with activity earlier in the flight, with…-
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Standing in Two Worlds immerses readers in the enduring story of the Osage Nation, connecting past atrocities with the ongoing efforts to honor and address the repercussions of those dark times. Opening in May 2013, the author recounts attending the performance of Wahzhazhe, a ballet that vividly illustrates the Osage people’s journey from their vibrant heritage on the plains to the harrowing period known as the Reign of Terror. This haunting chapter of Osage history saw the wealth derived from oil—a…
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Chapter 24: “Because of You”
Chapter 24: "Because of You" delves into the deepening relationship between John Lewis and Barack Obama, which began with a significant moment during Lewis’s 65th birthday celebration in February 2005. Lewis, at the time, invited Obama, who had recently gained national attention after delivering a powerful keynote speech at the 2004 Democratic National Convention. Obama, still a newly elected senator, realized the importance of increasing his visibility in the Southern United States and accepted the…-
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Chapter 24
Chapter 24 of The Art Thief explores the shifting dynamics between Anne-Catherine and Breitwieser, as they navigate the complexities of their relationship. Anne-Catherine, after gaining her driver’s license, buys a raspberry-red Ford Ka, a small but meaningful purchase that signifies her newfound independence. With her car, she starts commuting to work and gradually distances herself from the chaotic world of art theft, setting up a life in a modest studio apartment on the outskirts of Mulhouse. This…-
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