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Spycraft and Special Ops on the Frontlines of Afghanistan and the Path to 9/11

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A Gripping Account of the CIA's Top Spy in Afghanistan Before 9/11, and the Special Ops Warriors Who Fought Alongside Him

In the years leading up to 9/11, the CIA's top spy in Afghanistan was a man named Gary Schroen. A former Green Beret, Schroen had spent years building relationships with Afghan warlords and intelligence officers. He was one of the few Americans who had a deep understanding of the country's complex political and tribal landscape.

Operation Dark Heart: Spycraft and Special Ops on the Frontlines of Afghanistan -- and The Path to Victory

by Anthony Shaffer

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In the wake of the 9/11 attacks, Schroen was tasked with leading a team of CIA officers and special ops warriors into Afghanistan to hunt down al-Qaeda and the Taliban. The team faced enormous challenges, including a lack of intelligence, a hostile environment, and a determined enemy. But Schroen and his team persevered, and their efforts played a vital role in the overthrow of the Taliban regime.

Spycraft and Special Ops on the Frontlines of Afghanistan and the Path to 9/11 is Schroen's firsthand account of his experiences in Afghanistan. The book is a gripping tale of espionage, combat, and the behind-the-scenes story of the war on terror. Schroen provides a unique perspective on the events leading up to 9/11 and the challenges of fighting a war in a country that is both complex and unforgiving.

Praise for Spycraft and Special Ops on the Frontlines of Afghanistan and the Path to 9/11

"A gripping and essential account of the CIA's role in the war on terror. Schroen's firsthand account is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the challenges of fighting a war in a country that is both complex and unforgiving." - Bob Woodward, author of Watergate and Fear

"A fascinating and important book. Schroen provides a unique perspective on the events leading up to 9/11 and the challenges of fighting a war in Afghanistan. Spycraft and Special Ops on the Frontlines of Afghanistan and the Path to 9/11 is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the war on terror." - David Petraeus, former commander of US Central Command

About the Author

Gary Schroen is a former Green Beret and CIA officer. He served as the CIA's top spy in Afghanistan before 9/11, and led a team of CIA officers and special ops warriors into Afghanistan in the wake of the attacks. Schroen is currently a senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.

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