You Have Unleashed a Storm: New York City’s Descent into Chaos During America’s Most Explosive Era of Radical Violence
David Viola
Apr 2025 · Sold by Harlequin
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The panoramic, untold story of domestic terrorism and political radicalism in '60s and '70s New York City and its echoes in our current moment
New York City in the 1960s was the beating heart of the United States, a global metropolis thriving on its abundance and diversity. But in a short time, "Gotham" went through an extraordinary transition. The postwar golden years gave way to a frantic era of turmoil. And with this frenzied new era came a new wave of violence.
The ripple effects of this largely forgotten moment—and importantly, how the authorities countered it—have played a significant role in contemporary American life. Meticulously researched and all-encompassing, You Have Unleashed a Storm explores:
Professor at the Center on Terrorism at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, David Viola unveils archival collections, newly declassified files, and preserved court records in this groundbreaking account of New York City’s divergent radical groups, bringing to light a candid picture of remarkable people in a remarkable setting.
New York City in the 1960s was the beating heart of the United States, a global metropolis thriving on its abundance and diversity. But in a short time, "Gotham" went through an extraordinary transition. The postwar golden years gave way to a frantic era of turmoil. And with this frenzied new era came a new wave of violence.
The ripple effects of this largely forgotten moment—and importantly, how the authorities countered it—have played a significant role in contemporary American life. Meticulously researched and all-encompassing, You Have Unleashed a Storm explores:
- the case of the Black liberation movement, Panther 21
- the clandestine workings of the Cuban exile community
- radical groups like The Weather Underground and The Minutemen
- one of the most tumultuous eras in New York City and how American law enforcement and intelligence changed forever because of it
Professor at the Center on Terrorism at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, David Viola unveils archival collections, newly declassified files, and preserved court records in this groundbreaking account of New York City’s divergent radical groups, bringing to light a candid picture of remarkable people in a remarkable setting.
The panoramic, untold story of domestic terrorism and political radicalism in '60s and '70s New York City and its echoes in our current moment
New York City in the 1960s was the beating heart of the United States, a global metropolis thriving on its abundance and diversity. But in a short time, ...
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About the author
Dr. David Viola is a Professor at the Center for Terrorism at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City and the award-winning filmmaker of Trumbo. He received his Doctorate in U.S. History from the CUNY Graduate Center and also holds a B.A. from Binghamton University, and a Master’s degree in International Security from Tufts University. He has contribted to major media outlets including the New York Times, Guardian, Washington Post, BBC, and CBS News. At heart, David is a native New Yorker.
Dr. David Viola is a Professor at the Center for Terrorism at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City and the award-winning filmmaker of Trumbo. He received his Doctorate in U.S. History from the CUNY Graduate Center and also holds a B.A. from Binghamton University, and a Master...
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