The CIA

by John Hamilton

Book Overview

This book introduces the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and its mission to collect intelligence from foreign nations to aid in government decisions and policies. Historical information covers its roots in colonial America, the founding and organization of the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) under William J. Wild Bill Donovan during World War II, the establishment of the CIA in 1947, and the effect of September 11. Other chapters highlight...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1596797568
• ISBN13: 9781596797567
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Checkerboard Library
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 7.8"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6