Did the Beirut Bombing Ignite the War on Terror?

Text the ATB Team! We'd love to hear from you! Listen in to this enlightening episode of GNSI’s “Author Spotlight Series” featuring James Scott, co-author of  “Targeted: Beirut: The 1983 Marine Barracks Bombing and the Untold Origin Story of the War on Terror.”James shares excerpts from the book he, along with fellow author Jack Carr, wrote about the tragic events of October 23, 1983, when a devastating terrorist attack killed 241 servicemen. Discover how this incident not only reshaped lives but also set the stage for the “War on Terror.”Tune in for an in-depth discussion that uncovers hidden narratives and explores the lasting impact of this pivotal moment in history. Whether you're a history buff or interested in global politics, this episode is a must-listen!Subscribe now for more insightful conversations!LINKS FROM THE EPISODE•  Register for GNSI's Policy Dialogue: “Rethinking Afghanistan: Strategic Competition in the Heart of Asia”• JSS Call for Papers• "Targeted: Beirut" on AmazonGNSI on X GNSI on LinkedinGNSI on YouTubeAt the Boundary  from the Global and National Security Institute at the University of South Florida,  features global and national security issues we’ve found to be insightful, intriguing, fascinating, maybe controversial, but overall just worth talking about.A "boundary" is a place, either literal or figurative, where two forces exist in close proximity to each other. Sometimes that boundary is in a state of harmony. More often than not, that boundary has a bit of chaos baked in. The Global and National Security Institute will live on the boundary of security policy and technology and that's where this podcast will focus. The mission of GNSI is to provide actionable solutions to 21st-century security challenges for decision-makers at the local, state, national and global levels. We hope you enjoy At the Boundary.Look for our other publications and products on our website publications page.