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His father, benjamin kanne was a democratic politician and a prosecutor. Clark retired as a four star general after 38 years in the united states army, having served in his last assignments as commander of us southern. General wesley clark is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. Fourstar general wesley clark is a trueblue american hero and naturalborn military strategist. Clark was named to the united states southern command ussouthcom post despite these rumors. Washington retired general wesley clark drew harsh criticism this week after reportedly saying that new york money people are pushing america into a war against iran by tuesday, clark, a.

The article in this issue is based on his new book, winning modern wars. After sitting out the iowa caucuses, general wesley clark is joining the race for the democratic presidential nomination in new hampshire. Page six revealed that the former nato supreme commander, then 68. Wesley kanne clark born december 23, 1944 is a retired general of the united states army. America needs both new power and deeper perspective. My mother told me once that she and my father agreed that i would not be brought up jewish in. Wesley clark moved to little rock in arkansas after the death of his father. Army general, supreme allied commander of nato during the 1999 war on yugoslavia.

The 2004 presidential campaign of wesley clark, retired u. Speakers bureau motivational and keynote speakers available for your event. Prime minister zoran djindjic world, politics, books air date 09232002. Clark was not your typical military man, having been valedictorian of the class of 1966 at west point and was then awarded a rhodes scholarship to the university of oxford where he obtained a degree in philosophy, politics and economics. General wesley clark, former nato allied commander, calls donald trumps russia remarks very hurtful to american soldiers and diplomats.

Clark recounts his experience leading natos forces to a hardfought and ultimately successful victory in kosovo in 1999. Military academy at west point and was selected as a rhodes scholar to study at oxford university, where he earned his m. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Clark served in the united states army for thirtyfour years and rose to the rank of fourstar general as natos supreme allied commander, europe. You cant use military retaliation against iran, says. Clark, a retired fourstar general of the us army and former democratic candidate for president, presents a compelling argument for continued american global leadership and the basis on which it can succeeda new american strategy.

Fired, disgraced general wesley clark is criticizing. Beliefnet interviews democratic presidential candidate. His consulting business, highprofile television commentary, and political aspirations sustain his involvement with the nations political leaders and processes. He obtained the rank of a fourstar general during his military career and acted as the supreme allied.

According to clarks book, general robert scales said that it was likely clarks reputation for intelligence was responsible for feelings of resentment from other generals. Bob shrum, former political consultant, reflects on campaign history and his book no excuses. Dana priest, who interviewed general clark for her book the mission, questioned the actions of cohen and shelton after general clark was retired early, pointing out that they admitted they released the news to the press within an hour of telling general clark to prevent him. General clark serves as chairman and ceo of wesley k. Heres a super depressing life update on retired general. Senior fellow at uclas burkle center for international relations. Clark recounts his experience leading natos forces to a hardfought and ultimately successful victory in. The author is retired fourstar army general wesley clark who commanded both the u. General wesley clark to speak at bowen law school news. Wesley clark biography, life, interesting facts early life.

Clark served in the united states army for thirtyfour years and. Wesley clark, given name wesley kanne, was born on december 23, 1944, in chicago, illinois, united states of america. On the front of his austere blackandwhite book jacket, gen. Army general, began on september 17, 2003 when he formally announced his bid for the democratic. General wesley clark, former nato supreme allied commander, joins squawk box to discuss u. In 2000, he received the presidential medal of freedom, the nations highest civilian honor. Mark wayne clark kbe may 1, 1896 april 17, 1984 was a united states army officer who saw service during world war i, world war ii, and the korean war. He studied at the united states military academy situated at west point. He is active in energy, including oil and gas, biofuels, electric power and batteries, finance, and security. His book deals almost exclusively with the political ramifications of the kosovo war. Clark is presented as the former supreme allied commander in europe. Bosnia, kosovo, and the future of combat 9781586480431 by general wesley k. The latest book in the great generals series with wesley clark features the controversial command and strategies of the air force chief of staff. As the american military machine swung into action in the months following the attacks on the world trade center and the pentagon, it became clear that the lessons of kosovo are directly applicable to the war against terrorism and the nations that sponsor it.

Today we spend the hour with general wesley clark, the retired fourstar general. Find general wesley clarks speaking engagement fee, contact info, availability, and how to book. Wesley clark, retired army general and former supreme allied commander of nato, critiques the bush administrations entrance into, and execution of, the iraq war. Heres a super depressing life update on retired general wesley clark the man was once drafted into a presidential campaign, now hes selling cheese sandwiches and penny stocks.

A strategy for american growth and global leadership, in which he presents his plan to preserve u. Clark is a businessman, educator, writer and commentator. He is author of the best selling books waging modern war and winning. In his thoughtful new book, a time to lead, clark combines personal anecdote with sharp policy ideas to issue a sensible and uplifting blueprint for our nations future. Clark rose to the rank of fourstar general during 38 years of military service. An atavistic warrior, patton was a leader who defined modern warfare in the twentieth centurys most desperate and destructive theater of combat. In an ap report of 29 june, formerpresident william jefferson clinton stated that wesley clark would make a fine president, if he ran. Many prestigious honors are testament to general wesley clarks lifetime of distinguished leadership and service in both the military and civilian arenas, said bill docking, chairman of the board at union state bank. General wesley clark world, books air date 09232002 general wesley clark on the challenges for the military in a postcold war world and his book waging modern war. He was the supreme allied commander of nato during the kosovo war. General wesley clark, spokesman for the zionist, new world. A strategy for american growth and global leadership clark, wesley k.

Wesley clarks relationship with shauna mei, who is less than half his age, just wasnt meant to be. General wesley clark speakers bureau and booking agent info. What is it about general washington that proves so inspiring and elusive. General wesley clark, author at global researchglobal. Martins publishing group a concise and penetrating biography of one of historys greatest yet most controversial commanders.

General wesley kanne clark was born in the year 1944 in chicago. Wesley kanne clark is an arkansas resident whose distinguished military career propelled him into the international spotlight. A bestselling author, general clark has written four books and is a founding member of the clinton global initiative, and director of the atlantic council. General clark has provided valuable insight into conducting modern war. General wesley clark generally travels from little rock, ar, usa and can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote. General wesley clark recently edited a series of books about famous us generals. He served previously as director of strategic plans and policy for the joint staff at the pentagon from 1994 to 1996 and was the lead military negotiator for the bosnian peace accords at daytona in 1995.

Iran tensions and what should be the white houses next move. Retired general wesley clarks waging modern war pbs. Clark was born to a jewish father, benjamin kanne, and a methodist mother, veneta kanne nee updegraff. Were going to come back to the conclusion of that interview in a minute. A strategy for american growth and global leadership. According to clarks book, general robert scales said that it was likely clarks reputation for intelligence was responsible for feelings of resentment. Graduating as valedictorian of his class at west point, he was awarded a rhodes scholarship to the university of oxford where he obtained a degree in philosophy, politics and economics, and later graduated from the command and general staff college with a masters degree in military science. He was the youngest fourstar general in the united states army during world war ii during world war i, he was a company commander and served in france in 1918, as a 22yearold captain, where he was seriously wounded by shrapnel. General clark has written four books andis a frequent contributor on tv and to newspapers. He is author of the best selling books waging modern war and winning modern wars. General wesley clark, former supreme allied commander europe saceur and friend of bills fob is considering a run for president of these united states. As the american military machine has swung into action in the months following the attacks on the world trade center and the pentagon, it has become clear that the lessons of kosovo are directly applicable to the war against.