iran-contra affair, 1985-1990

Chronicles the intertwined experiences of John McCain, James Webb, Oliver North, Bud McFarlane, and John Poindexter, following them through the U.S. Naval Academy, the Vietnam War, and their political careers under the presidency of Ronald Reagan, culminating with the Iran-Contra scandal and its fallout.

An account of the life and career of the National Security Council aide dismissed for his role in U.S. foreign policy operations.

Examines the facts of the Iran-Contra arms scandal including the involvement of the administration and the congressional hearings.