Robert F. Kennedy
What’s inside
Thirteen Days is a gripping account of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962, written by Robert F. Kennedy, then the U.S. Attorney General. The book details the tense negotiations and critical decision-making that occurred over the thirteen days in which the United States and the Soviet Union stood on the brink of nuclear war. Through Kennedy’s perspective, readers get an insider’s view of the deliberations within the Kennedy administration, including the intensive discussions in the Executive Committee of the National Security Council and the private counsel between him and his brother, President John F. Kennedy.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the complexities of international diplomacy
- Gaining insights into the decision-making processes of leaders
- Learning lessons on crisis management and conflict resolution
- Appreciating the historical context of the Cold War era
Key Points
- The Discovery of Soviet Missiles in Cuba
- Tense Deliberations within the Kennedy Administration
- The Quarantine vs. Military Strike Debate
- Back-Channel Communications with the Soviet Union
- The Role of Robert F. Kennedy in Negotiations
- Resolution and Removal of Missiles
- Reflections on the Brinkmanship of Nuclear War
Who’s it For
- History enthusiasts
- Students of political science
- Readers interested in the Cold War
- Individuals keen on learning about crisis management
About the author
Robert F. Kennedy was an American politician and lawyer who served as the U.S. Attorney General from 1961 to 1964. He was a key advisor to his brother, President John F. Kennedy, and later became a U.S. Senator. Kennedy was known for his commitment to civil rights and social justice before his assassination in 1968.