Against All Enemies: Gulf War Syndrome: The War between America's Ailing Veterans and Their Government (Abridged)

While the Gulf War lasted barely six months- from August 1990 until February 1991- many of the veterans who engaged in the conflict suffered long-lasting physical and psychological effects. And yet, those in power who had the ability to address such issues, neglected to do so- at least not in any effective or sustainable ways. But why did the system fail the Gulf War veterans? Did political leaders have an obligation to speak out on behalf of the veterans and demand that America's military ...