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An American Diplomat Relives 1967 Darkest Days

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In June 1967, the Six-Day War erupted in the Middle East, pitting Israel against Egypt, Syria, and Jordan. The war was a watershed moment in the history of the region, and its consequences are still being felt today.

Hong Kong on the Brink: An American Diplomat Relives 1967's Darkest Days

by Syd Goldsmith

4 out of 5

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One American diplomat who witnessed the war firsthand was John K. Cooley. Cooley was serving as the U.S. consul general in Jerusalem at the time, and he played a key role in the evacuation of American citizens from the city.

Cooley has now written a memoir of his experiences during the war, titled An American Diplomat Relives 1967 Darkest Days. The book provides a firsthand account of the war from the perspective of an American diplomat who was on the ground in Jerusalem.

An American Diplomat Relives 1967 Darkest Days is a valuable contribution to the historical record of the Six-Day War. Cooley's eyewitness account of the war is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the conflict.

Cooley's Experience in Jerusalem

Cooley arrived in Jerusalem in May 1967, just weeks before the war broke out. He quickly became aware of the growing tensions between Israel and its Arab neighbors.

On June 5, 1967, Israel launched a surprise attack on Egypt, Syria, and Jordan. The war was over in six days, with Israel emerging victorious.

Cooley was in Jerusalem throughout the war, and he witnessed the city's transformation from a bustling metropolis to a ghost town. The war had a profound impact on Cooley, and he has never forgotten the sights and sounds of those dark days.

The Evacuation of American Citizens

One of Cooley's most important tasks during the war was to evacuate American citizens from Jerusalem. The city was under heavy bombardment, and it was becoming increasingly dangerous for Americans to remain.

Cooley worked tirelessly to help Americans get to safety. He organized buses to take people to the airport, and he even personally escorted some families to the bFree Download.

Cooley's efforts helped to save the lives of many American citizens. He is credited with evacuating over 1,000 people from Jerusalem during the war.

Cooley's Memoir

Cooley's memoir, An American Diplomat Relives 1967 Darkest Days, is a powerful and moving account of the Six-Day War. Cooley writes with great clarity and detail, and he provides a unique perspective on the conflict.

The book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the Six-Day War. It is also a valuable resource for students of diplomacy and international relations.

An American Diplomat Relives 1967 Darkest Days is a valuable and important book. Cooley's eyewitness account of the Six-Day War is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the conflict. The book is also a powerful reminder of the human cost of war.

Hong Kong on the Brink: An American Diplomat Relives 1967's Darkest Days

by Syd Goldsmith

4 out of 5