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The Battle of Algiers: A Case Study

Christopher Isham discusses Gillo Pontecorvo's 'The Battle of Algiers' with Richard A. Clarke, former USA national coordinator for security and counterterrorism, and Michael A. Sheehan, former USA State Department coordinator for counterterrorism.

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  • Christopher Isham

    Christopher Isham

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  • Richard A. Clarke

    Richard A. Clarke

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  • Michael A. Sheehan

    Michael A. Sheehan

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Christopher Isham discusses Gillo Pontecorvo's 'The Battle of Algiers' with Richard A. Clarke, former USA national coordinator for security and counterterrorism, and Michael A. Sheehan, former USA State Department coordinator for counterterrorism.

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