The Foreign Service Journal, December 2019

94 DECEMBER 2019 | THE FOREIGN SERVICE JOURNAL n BOOKS Rewrite the Textbooks! Eugene G. Windchy’s Twelve American Wars: Nine of Them Avoidable 4th edition documents how a Franco-Russian plot killed the Archduke and instigated World War I. Did you know at the assassination trial 16 men were convicted? E-book $3.99 Paperback $23.99 Twelve American Wars Xlibris.com Amazon: $3.99, $26.95 n LEGAL SERVICES ATTORNEY WITH OVER 25 YEARS’ successful experience SPECIALIZING FULL- TIME IN FS GRIEVANCES will more than double your chance of winning: 30% of grievants win before the Grievance Board; 85% of my clients win. Only a private attorney can adequately develop and present your case, including necessary regs, arcane legal doctrines, precedents and rules. Call Bridget R. Mugane at: Tel: (301) 596-0175 or (202) 387-4383. Email: fsatty@comcast.net Website: foreignservicelawyer.com n REAL ESTATE LOOKING to BUY, SELL or RENT REAL ESTATE in NORTHERN VIRGINIA or MARYLAND? Former FSO and Peace Corps Country Director living in NoVA understands your unique needs and can expertly guide you through your real estate experience and transition. Professionalism is just a phone call away. Call Alex for solutions. Alex Boston, REALTOR, JD, MPA Long & Foster 6299 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church VA 22044 Tel: (571) 533-9566. Email: alex@LnF.com Website: alexboston.LnF.com CONSIDERING THE PURCHASE OR SALE OF A HOME in Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, or Loudoun counties? I’m a full-service, licensed Realtor and former FSO who understands this ever-changing market and the challenges of owning real estate while serving abroad. Looking for an experienced Realtor who enjoys paying attention to details and is strongly committed to serving client interests? Just ask my clients. Inquire about my special savings program for currently serving and retired FSOs. Contact me to learn how my personalized service approach differentiates. 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As an immigrant and Foreign Service spouse, I know what a hassle international moves can be—especially without a GSO or CLO! Whether you’re looking to buy, sell or rent, in DC or VA, I can help smooth your transition. For a realtor who understands the unique needs and strains of Foreign Service life, just call Marian. McEnearney Associates 4720 Lee Highway Arlington VA 22207 Tel: (703) 967-1796. Email: MThompson@McEnearney.com ARE YOU TRANSFERRING TO THE D.C. METRO AREA? Let’s jump start your housing search now! I will provide you advance listings and help you identify the right property to buy or lease. DO YOUWANT TO INVEST IN REAL ESTATE? Let me provide you commercial real estate options that require minimal property management. I can also suggest single and multi-unit residential investment opportunities with ongoing property management. As a retired Foreign Service officer who spent a career leasing overseas embassy housing and office space, I will exceed your expectations. 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