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In his book, Andy Armstrong opens up his knowledge gained designing, coordinating and directing action on some of the largest and most successful action movies of the last four decades. Fire, water, high falls, fight scenes, vehicle chases, car crashes, on set safety and systems for success are just a few of the subjects covered in his action movie making guide. Andy Armstrong's book is the first complete instruction manual for anyone serious about making action movies, written by someone who has done just that to extreme success for over four decades.
The Warren Commission Report stands as a pivotal anthology in American history, encapsulating the profound complexity and contentious interpretations surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. This compendium embodies a broad spectrum of investigative narratives and analyses, melding them into a singular, authoritative account. The collection is noteworthy not only for its comprehensive examination of the events of November 22, 1963, but also for the diversity of perspectives it consolidates, offering a rare glimpse into the machinery of government inquiry and the multifaceted nature of evidentiary evaluation. Within its pages, the report traverses the realms of forensic sci...
The Warren Commission Report stands as a monumental anthology in American history, encapsulating the gravitas of President John F. Kennedy's assassination through an exhaustive investigative lens. This collection transcends traditional literary genres, melding forensic analysis, historiography, and narrative inquiry to present a multifaceted exploration of one of the 20th centurys most contentious events. The report's compilation, rooted in an extensive evidentiary foundation, conveys the complexity of political assassination, its aftermath, and the public quest for truth and accountability. The depth and breadth of analysis provided in standout sections make it an indispensable resource in ...
Warren Commission Report is the result of the investigation regarding the assassination of United States President John F. Kennedy. The U.S. Congress passed Senate Joint Resolution 137 authorizing the Presidential appointed Commission to report on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, mandating the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of evidence. After eleven months of the investigation the Commission presented its findings in 888-page final report. The key findings presented in this report were that President Kennedy was assassinated by Lee Harvey Oswald, that Oswald acted entirely alone and that Jack Ruby also acted alone when he killed Oswald two days later. The Commission's findings have proven controversial and have been both challenged and supported by later studies.
Knowledge of the science behind fires is critical to understanding a fire’s cause and successfully presenting that determination to the authorities or in litigation. Now in its second edition, Scientific Protocols for Fire Investigation focuses on the practical application of scientific principles to determine the causes of fires. Uniquely qualified with years of experience in on-site investigations, lab analyses, and courtroom presentation, the author provides a resource that is unparalleled in depth and focus. The book explores: The history of fire investigation and the basic chemistry and physics of fire The science of fire dynamics—how things burn and how they interact with their sur...
The Warren Commission: Investigation and Final Report by the President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy provides a comprehensive analysis of the events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Written in a factual and objective manner, the book delves into the investigation conducted by the Commission, presenting detailed findings and conclusions. This literary piece offers a critical insight into one of the most significant historical events of the 20th century, shedding light on the complexity of the case and the various theories that emerged following the tragic event. The Warren Commission's meticulous examination of evidence and testimonies makes...
Buried under layers of limestone and sandstone hundreds of feet thick, Jewel Cave is more ancient than South Dakota's Black Hills, which adorn the landscape above. The cave lay undiscovered until 1900, when two brothers, miners and part-time cowboys, felt a strong wind coming from a small hole in the ground at the base of a cliff. When they enlarged the opening, they found passages filled with the glittering calcite crystals that give the cave its name. Although its discoverers marveled at the cave's natural beauty, few believed the find to be significant. Even after Pres. Theodore Roosevelt proclaimed Jewel Cave a national monument in 1908, the government was unwilling to fund development. ...