The Life and Times of Joe Rizza Inscribed by Admiral Rizza

Octavo, [23cm/9.25 inches], full gilt-embossed cloth w/ dust jacket, pp. 98. Illustrated with b-w halftones and colour plates, &ct. Please feel free to inquire as to particulars and/or additional photographs. . Admiral Rizza's obiuary read in part: " In the wake of WWII and at the height of the Cold War, Joe Rizza ended a brilliant career at sea in the Merchant Marine and US Navy that few, if any, could lay claim. And yet, he wasn’t done. He went on to build another sterling career for himself as a major player in US foreign policy ashore, and as an educator with far-reaching results. As an expert in international political military policies, Joe played a dominant role in US foreign policy as advisor to the highest office in the land, the President of the United States. Rear Admiral Rizza had a reputation worldwide for his unbiased and objective work, and the integrity, honesty, and credibility he consistently brought to the table. During his wartime service he was the epitome of leadership, ethical comportment, and complete grace under fire.".…