About the Book: In 1983, a suicide bombing in Beirut killed 241 U.S. Marines, marking the deadliest day for the Marine Corps since Iwo Jima. This devastating terrorist attack remains a pivotal moment in U.S. military history and continues to shape American foreign policy. In this definitive account, bestselling author Jack Carr and historian James M. Scott draw from survivor interviews, military records, personal letters, and diaries. Their deeply researched narrative brings to life the tragedy, heroism, and lasting impact of the Beirut barracks bombing. A must-read for those interested in military history, counterterrorism, and U.S. Middle East policy.