To Rescue the Republic

Ulysses S. Grant, the Fragile Union, and the Crisis of 1876

Bret Baier|Catherine Whitney

The book delves into the life and presidency of Ulysses S. Grant, focusing on his efforts to preserve the Union during the tumultuous Reconstruction era and the crisis surrounding the contested presidential election of 1876. It highlights Grant's leadership and determination to maintain civil rights and fight against the rise of white supremacist groups, showcasing his role in stabilizing a nation still reeling from the Civil War.

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Three Days in January

Dwight Eisenhower's Final Mission

Bret Baier|Catherine Whitney

The book focuses on the final days of Dwight D. Eisenhower's presidency, highlighting his farewell address and his efforts to prepare the nation for a transition of power to John F. Kennedy. It delves into Eisenhower's warnings about the military-industrial complex, his reflections on his years in office, and his concerns for the future of America.

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Three Days at the Brink

FDR's Daring Gamble to Win World War II

Bret Baier|Catherine Whitney

The book delves into a pivotal moment during World War II, focusing on the Tehran Conference in 1943, where President Franklin D. Roosevelt met with Winston Churchill and Joseph Stalin to strategize the Allied forces' final push against Nazi Germany. It explores the intense negotiations, the forging of critical alliances, and the high-stakes diplomacy that played a crucial role in shaping the war's outcome.

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Three Days in Moscow

Ronald Reagan and the Fall of the Soviet Empire

Bret Baier|Catherine Whitney

The book chronicles President Ronald Reagan's pivotal three-day visit to Moscow in 1988, detailing his efforts to ease Cold War tensions and his role in the eventual dissolution of the Soviet Union. It provides a historical account of Reagan's diplomacy, speeches, and interactions with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev during this critical period.

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