Author Peter L. Hahn is the first to synthesize the entire complicated, power-driven relationship between the United States and Iraq over the last ninety years. This book takes a straightforward, chronological approach, emphasizing the formulation of U.S. policy toward Iraq in its political, strategic, and military dimensions. Hahn boldly identifies the key players in Washington and Baghdad, evaluating the successes of every policymaker and each mission in the history of the United States-Iraq relationship.

New Zealander Florence Young became a faithful witness to Jesus Christ in China during the deadly Boxer Rebellion and among the Solomon Islanders, who practiced cannibalism and revenge killings (1856-1940).

Are all your trips perfect "Missions Accomplished?" No? Fear not, you're in good company. Funny things can happen when you hit the road. This collection of anecdotes and lessons learned are from a traveler focused on the mission, whether business or leisure, and who finds the road itself can be wonderful. - Meet a priest in Taiwan who performs less-than-holy conversions - Consider a job offer to smuggle gold - Enjoy the tender ministrations of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency - Discover a part of Paris not found on any tourist maps - Learn why your friend might stroll buck naked through a hotel lobby at 4:00am - Discover what to do when stuck 100 feet down in a sunken ship - Be forewarned of "The Legend of Mount Splatterhorn" - Know the one word best unsaid while driving in Finland - ...And more than 40 other silly tales "Missions Accomplished" will entertain and educate you; you'll want this book before you take that next flight or anytime you need a pleasant diversion in short bite-size chunks loaded with travel wisdom.