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Hostage Rescuers

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The Rosen Publishing Group, Jun 30, 2007 - Juvenile Nonfiction - 64 pages
Students will be charged by this examination of careers in the exciting field of hostage rescue and negotiation. The author discusses the education and skills required to meet the demands of such important jobs, and then explores the many paths that can lead to careers in hostage rescue, such the FBI or the local police force. The importance of psychology training and some of the other key qualifications for success are detailed. Interesting episodes such as the showdowns at Ruby Ridge, Waco, and Attica State Prison are included.
  

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Contents

Introduction
4
Training and Skills
20
Becoming a Hostage
31
The Rescue Process
39
Glossary
54
Bibliography
60
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