Terry A. Anderson

American journalist and author

Terry A. Anderson - American journalist and author
Born

October 27th, 1947
77 years ago

Died

April 21st, 2024
0 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Worked as a journalist focusing on issues of politics and war. Served as a foreign correspondent for major news organizations, covering significant global conflicts. Authored books detailing personal experiences and insights on journalism and its role in society. Recognized for courageous reporting in the Middle East during the 1980s and 1990s.

Reported from Iran during the revolution

Covered the Gulf War for CNN

Authored 'Den of Lions: A Journey Through the Afghan War'

Received accolades for war reporting

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