Beschreibung:
"Edward A. Tenenbaum was an exceptionally talented American in troubled times. This biography is written for readers interested in Secret Service and World War II as well as post-war Marshall-Plan and development-aid history. With his currency reform in West Germany 1948, Tenenbaum laid the foundation of West Germany's "economic miracle.""--
1. Introduction; 2. Ludwig Erhard, who took credit for Edward A. Tenenbaum's success; 3. Edward A. Tenenbaum's family roots, adolescence, and military experience until 1946; 4. In action for OMGUS and currency reform in Germany 1946-1948; 5. From OMGUS to civil service in Washington DC and for Europe 1948-1953; 6. Life and fate as a business and family man 1953-1975 and beyond; 7. Conclusion.