In November 2002 the United States Congress and President George W. Bush established by law the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States, also known as the 9/11 Commission. This independent, bipartisan panel was directed to examine the facts and circumstances surrounding the September 11 attacks, identify lessons learned, and provide recommendations to safeguard against future acts of terrorism.

This volume is the authorized edition of the Commission's final report.

About the Author
The National Commission on Terrorist Attacks, also known as the 9/11 Commission, was an independent, bipartisan panel chaired by Thomas H. Kean and Lee H. Hamilton.

Reviews
"A document of historic sweep and almost unprecedented detail." -- Washington Post
"Meticulous in its reconstruction and unflinching in its conclusions." -- Time


Awards
Winner of New York Times Notable Selection 2004. Short-listed for National Book Award 2004.



Book Information
ISBN 9780393326710
Author National Commission on Terrorist Attacks
Format Paperback
Page Count 592
Imprint WW Norton & Co
Publisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 582g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 140mm * 41mm