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Book Talk | The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century by General (Ret) Kenneth Frank McKenzie

Date & Time

Friday
Oct. 4, 2024
10:00am – 11:00am ET

Location

5th Floor, Woodrow Wilson Center

Overview

General (Ret) Kenneth Frank McKenzie, the former Commander of US Central Command, oversaw some of the most pivotal moments in recent history, including the strike on Qassem Soleimani, counter-ISIS efforts, and the Afghanistan withdrawal. In his new memoir, The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century, General McKenzie reflects on his experiences, the challenges of high command in one of the world's most volatile regions, civilian-military relations, the unique role of combatant commanders, and the critical importance of leadership in warfare. 

Please join °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê's Middle East Program (MEP) for a discussion with General McKenzie about his new book, moderated by MEP Director Merissa Khurma. The talk will be followed by a book signing. 


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Middle East Program

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê’s Middle East Program serves as a crucial resource for the policymaking community and beyond, providing analyses and research that helps inform US foreign policymaking, stimulates public debate, and expands knowledge about issues in the wider Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.  Read more

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