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The Charleston Gaillard Center and Charleston Literary Festival proudly present A Four-Star Tour of the World with General David Petraeus. This inaugural collaboration between the two organizations will take place on November 22 at the Gaillard Center, and will feature a captivating dialogue between General David Petraeus and FOX News’ Chief National Security correspondent Jennifer Griffin. This event also marks a key highlight in the Gaillard Center’s Fall for Democracy program, designed to promote civic engagement and stimulate thoughtful discourse on critical global issues.General David Petraeus, one of the most distinguished military leaders and strategic minds of our era, brings over 37 years of service in the US Army, where he commanded forces in Iraq and Afghanistan and later served as the Director of the CIA. Renowned for his pivotal role in crafting counterinsurgency strategies that stabilized conflict zones, General Petraeus is also the co-author of the bestselling book Conflict: The Evolution of Warfare from 1945 to Ukraine (2023). His insights will offer the audience a profound understanding of international affairs and leadership.
The significance of bringing General Petraeus to Charleston cannot be overstated. As a city with a rich historical and cultural heritage, Charleston will greatly benefit from the insights and experiences of such a distinguished figure. General Petraeus’s global perspective on defense not only addresses strategic military considerations but also promotes democratic principles, underscoring the importance of stability and governance in fostering democracy worldwide.
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95 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC, United States, South Carolina 29401
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