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A Companion to International History 1900 - 2001

Autor: Gordon Martel

Número de Páginas: 496

A comprehensive overview of the most important international events, movements, and controversies of the 20th century. Written by distinguished scholars, each an authority in their field Explores influential, underlying themes such as imperialism, nationalism, internationalism, technological developments, and changes in diplomatic methods Addresses a broad range of topics, including diplomacy of wartime and peacemaking, the cold war era and the "new world order", the end of European empires, the rise of nationalism in the Third World, globalization, and terrorism Chronological organization makes the volume easily accessible Includes useful guides for further reading and research

NATO’s Post-Cold War Politics

Autor: S. Mayer

Número de Páginas: 296

This collection is the first book-length study of NATO's bureaucracy and decision-making after the Cold War and its analytical framework of 'internationalization' draws largely on neo-institutionalist insights.

Red Army Faction, A Documentary History

Autor: J. Smith , André Moncourt

Número de Páginas: 423

The first in a two-volume series, this is by far the most in-depth political history of the Red Army Faction ever made available in English. Projectiles for the People starts its story in the days following World War II, showing how American imperialism worked hand in glove with the old pro-Nazi ruling class, shaping West Germany into an authoritarian anti-communist bulwark and launching pad for its aggression against Third World nations. The volume also recounts the opposition that emerged from intellectuals, communists, independent leftists, and then—explosively—the radical student movement and countercultural revolt of the 1960s. It was from this revolt that the Red Army Faction emerged, an underground organization devoted to carrying out armed attacks within the Federal Republic of Germany, in the view of establishing a tradition of illegal, guerilla resistance to imperialism and state repression. Through its bombs and manifestos the RAF confronted the state with opposition at a level many activists today might find difficult to imagine. For the first time ever in English, this volume presents all of the manifestos and communiqués issued by the RAF between 1970 and 1977,...

History of the Office of the Secretary of Defense

Número de Páginas: 768

The Routledge History of U.S. Foreign Relations

Autor: Tyson Reeder

Número de Páginas: 467

The Routledge History of U.S. Foreign Relations provides a comprehensive view of U.S. diplomacy and foreign affairs from the founding to the present. With contributions from recognized experts from around the world, this volume unveils America’s long and complicated history on the world stage. It presents the United States’ evolution from a weak player, even a European pawn, to a global hegemonic leader over the course of two and a half centuries. The contributors offer an expansive vision of U.S. foreign relations—from U.S.-Native American diplomacy in eighteenth and nineteenth centuries to the post-9/11 war on terror. They shed new light on well-known events and suggest future paths of research, and they capture lesser-known episodes that invite reconsideration of common assumptions about America’s place in the world. Bringing these discussions to a single forum, the book provides a strong reference source for scholars and students who seek to understand the broad themes and changing approaches to the field. This book will be of interest to students and scholars of U.S. history, political science, international relations, conflict resolution, and public policy, amongst...

The Story of Putin

Autor: United States Department Of Defense , U.s. Navy , Christopher T. Gans

Número de Páginas: 193

In 'The Story of Putin', an eclectic fusion of strategic insights and historical analysis converges to offer a multifaceted exploration of Russia under the reign of Vladimir Putin. This anthology, by virtue of its inclusive array of contributorsfrom the analytical rigor of the United States Department of Defense and the U.S. Navy to the journalistic diligence of Christopher T. Gansnavigates the complexities of Putin's leadership through diverse literary styles. The collection stands out for its comprehensive examination of Putin's geopolitical strategies, shedding light on how they have shaped global dynamics, with each piece contributing to a broader understanding of his indelible impact on contemporary history. The contributors bring to the table a rich tapestry of professional backgrounds, including strategic defense analysis, naval operations, and investigative journalism. Their collective expertise aligns this anthology with significant contemporary discussions about authoritarianism, global security, and international politics. This confluence of perspectives enriches the anthology, offering readers an unparalleled insight into Putin's Russia through the lens of various...

The Official History of the UK Strategic Nuclear Deterrent

Autor: Matthew Jones

Número de Páginas: 569

Volume I of The Official History of the UK Strategic Nuclear Deterrent provides an authoritative and in-depth examination of the British Government’s strategy towards nuclear deterrent from 1945 to 1964. This volume, written with full access to the UK documentary record, examines the strategic nuclear policy of British governments after 1945 as they tried to build and then maintain an independent, nationally controlled strategic capability, while also attempting to forge a close nuclear relationship with the United States. This book will be of much interest to students of British politics, nuclear proliferation and international relations.

History of the Office of the Secretary of Defense: The test of war, 1950-1953

Autor: Doris M. Condit

Número de Páginas: 768

History of the Office of the Secretary of Defense: The test of war, 1950-1953

Autor: Steven L. Rearden

Número de Páginas: 768

Almanac of American Military History

Autor: Spencer C. Tucker

Número de Páginas: 2561

This almanac provides a comprehensive, chronological overview of all American military history, serving as the standard reference work of its type. Almanac of American Military History is yet another reference work from acclaimed historian Dr. Spencer C. Tucker and ABC-CLIO, offering an unprecedented resource for a wide range of students and researchers. A comprehensive, four-volume title, this almanac traces all of American military history from the European voyages of discovery through 2011, chronicling the pivotal moments that have shaped the United States into the country it is today. In addition to documenting key events, this title presents biographies of more than 250 key individuals and provides information on more than 250 historically significant technologies and weapons systems. A detailed glossary is included, as are discussions of ranks and military awards and decorations. Divided into conflict periods, each chapter includes a detailed chronology, reference-entry sidebars, statistical information, primary-source documents, and a bibliography.

Containing History

Autor: Stephen P. Friot

Número de Páginas: 433

In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, with U.S.-Russia relations approaching a breaking point, this book provides a key to understanding how we got here. Specifically, Stephen P. Friot asks, how do Russians and Americans think about each other, and why do they see the world so differently? The answers, Friot suggests, lie in the historical events surrounding the Cold War and their divergent influence on politics and popular consciousness. Cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural in its scope, Containing History employs the tools and insights of history, political science, and international relations to explain how twenty-first-century public attitudes in Russia are the product of a thousand years of history, including searing experiences in the twentieth century that have no counterparts in U.S. history. At the same time, Friot explores how—in ways incomprehensible to Russians—U.S. politics are driven by American society’s ethnic and religious diversity and by the robust political competition that often, for better or worse, puts international issues to work in the service of domestic political gain. Looking at history, culture, and politics in both...

The Value of History

Autor: Paul F Frank Beisbier

Número de Páginas: 525

The work that is about to be surveyed by the reader represents decades of painstaking work to provide him or her with the most positive and freshest perspective with respect to what the discipline of history teaches him or her to improve the quality of not only his or her daily life but also those of all other whom he or she comes into contact with. This task is accomplished when he or she becomes aware of the fact that the greatest possible good can only be achieved through the promotion of the adequate satisfaction of the greatest number of needs of the maximum number of people within the context of its being mutually beneficial to all parties involved. Furthermore, the reader of this volume gains the widest perspective on how the above assertion is valid for and has a positive impact on all fields of human endeavor, individual human lives, and human institutions, since the content of historical subject matter consists of nothing less than the past and present record of all the events and developments of the above entities. Thus, since everything that people learn is through past and present experiences, history teaches them everything and nothing can be perceived outside the...

American Military History: The United States Army in a global era, 1917-2003

Autor: Center Of Military History

Número de Páginas: 552

CMH Pub. 30-22-2. Army Historical Series. Richard W. Stewart, General Editor. Contains an historical survey of the organization and accomplishments of the United States Army from the eve of World War 1 to the war against terrorism still under way. Designed to inculcate in young officers and soldiers an awareness of our nation's military past and to demonstrate to them that the study of military history is an essential ingredient in leadership development. Intended primarily for use in the American Military History course in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps program in civilian colleges and universities.

Pacts and Alliances in History

Autor: Melissa Yeager , Charles Carter

Número de Páginas: 350

Agreements between nations constitute the fundamental framework for the ordering of international affairs; and their successes and failures have led to some of the great turning points in modern history. The result of a unique collaboration by historians and political scientists, this book delineates, defines and assesses the idea of pacts and alliances as a key model of political organisation. Anchored by leading academics in the field, it presents numerous case studies covering a broad chronological sweep. Through theoretical and empirical methodology, the contributors address pacts and alliances from the fifteenth century onwards including, among others, the Korean-American and Moscow-Cairo alliances, the Sevres Pact, Turkey's accession to NATO and US alliances around the world. Through a close reading of these historical diplomatic relationships, fundamental yet relatively unaddressed research questions are developed and explored. First, what are the common denominators shared by successful alliances? Second, why do pacts and alliances disintegrate? Third, is the eventual demise of pacts and alliances inevitable? Finally, what are the implications of these issues on pact and...

PUTIN: The History of the Reign & The Shape-Shifting Strategy

Autor: United States Department Of Defense , U.s. Navy , Christopher T. Gans

Número de Páginas: 193

In 'PUTIN: The History of the Reign & The Shape-Shifting Strategy,' readers are ushered into an intricate examination of the geopolitical maneuverings and the complex strategical landscape shaped by one of the most enigmatic leaders of our times. This anthology stands out for its rich tapestry of insights, weaving together a diverse range of perspectives, from analytical essays to firsthand accounts, all underscored by a shared objective to decode the multifaceted nature of Putin's leadership and the underpinnings of Russia's global interactions. The collection distinguishes itself not only by the diversity of its literary styles but also through its scholarly approach to dissecting the political, social, and historical nuances of Putin's Russia, offering readers standout pieces that span theoretical analysis and keen empirical observations. The contributing authors, comprising experts from the United States Department of Defense, U.S. Navy, and seasoned political analyst Christopher T. Gans, bring to the table a wealth of knowledge and varied experiences. Their diverse backgrounds enrich the anthology, allowing it to resonate with the emblematic and often controversial aspects of ...

A History of the War in the Balkans

Autor: R. Craig Nation

Número de Páginas: 294

The Balkans is often described as a grim backwater, a "no man's land of world politics" in the words of a post-World War II study "foredoomed to conflict springing from heterogeneity." The stereotype is false, but it has been distressingly influential in shaping perceptions of the Balkan conflict and its origin. By encouraging pessimism about prospects for recovery, it may also make it more difficult to sustain commitments to post conflict peace building. This book seeks to refute simplistic "ancient hatreds" explanations by looking carefully at the sources and dynamics of the Balkan conflict in all of its dimensions.

Introduction to Global Military History

Autor: Jeremy Black

Número de Páginas: 453

Now in its fourth edition, Introduction to Global Military History is an accessible, up-to-date account of modern warfare from the eighteenth century to the present. The book engages with the social, cultural, political and economic contexts of war, examining the causes and consequences of conflict beyond national and chronological boundaries. It challenges the dominant Western-centric, technologically focused view of military history and instead emphasises the ranges of circumstances faced by both Western and non-Western powers and the absence of any one direction of development. The chapters present integrated discussions of land, naval and air conflicts, addressing continuities and the ways in which common experiences affected different spheres. This edition revises the text throughout, has increased focus on the developments of the 2000s and 2010s, and adds a new chapter on the 2020s. Supported by a variety of illustrations, maps and case studies, this study is a valuable resource for students of military history and general readers alike.

My Life and Other Stories

Autor: Bob Elles

Número de Páginas: 206

Intelligence comes from ignorance as wisdom comes from naivet and there is nothing like gathering both from people who represent a diverse swath of nations throughout the world. As cultures require contact with each other in order to grow and remain viable, and not succumb to atrophy, man too requires contact with men of different beliefs and practices. No one nation or culture or religion has a hold on logic or is immune to extremism. I feel blessed that Ive had the opportunity to absorb and learn about aspects of life that Im sure I wouldnt have learned otherwise. In fact, my whole belief system was changed over the past forty-five years through this contact. I began to do some research on my family and what I learned, coupled with what I had experienced in my life, literally brought me to tears in gratitude and admiration, and hopefully in wisdom. If you like to sit down and listen to stories told by, say, an old friend, an uncle, or a person with wrinkles on his face, grey in his hair, and a sparkle of wisdom in his eyes, coupled with a smile on his face, then you should so bother. If you dont, then stop right here and go pick up and read a book on vampires or loves lost or...

American Military History: The United States Army in a global era, 1917-2003

Número de Páginas: 546

A History of Eastern Europe

Autor: Robert Bideleux , Ian Jeffries

Número de Páginas: 714

This welcome second edition of A History of Eastern Europe provides a thematic historical survey of the formative processes of political, social and economic change which have played paramount roles in shaping the evolution and development of the region. Subjects covered include: Eastern Europe in ancient, medieval and early modern times the legacies of Byzantium, the Ottoman Empire and the Habsburg Empire the impact of the region's powerful Russian and Germanic neighbours rival concepts of 'Central' and 'Eastern' Europe the experience and consequences of the two World Wars varieties of fascism in Eastern Europe the impact of Communism from the 1940s to the 1980s post-Communist democratization and marketization the eastward enlargement of the EU. A History of Eastern Europe now includes two new chronologies – one for the Balkans and one for East-Central Europe – and a glossary of key terms and concepts, providing comprehensive coverage of a complex past, from antiquity to the present day.

Bruce's History Lessons

Autor: Bruce G. Kauffmann

Número de Páginas: 562

A collection of columns from the syndicated newspaper column, Bruce's History Lessons.

American Military History, Vol. 2, The United States Army in a Global Era, 1917--2003, 2005

Número de Páginas: 548

NATO’s Post-Cold War Trajectory

Autor: M. Webber , J. Sperling , M. Smith

Número de Páginas: 181

Two decades since the watershed of the Cold War, this book investigates NATO's staying power. This book investigates how the Alliance has adapted and managed to attend to new roles and purposes through the lens of International Relations theory. The Alliance will continue, but will remain subject to ongoing crises and challenges of change.

U.S. Initiatives at NATO's Istanbul Summit

Autor: United States. Congress. House. Committee On International Relations. Subcommittee On Europe

Número de Páginas: 36

American Military History

Número de Páginas: 580

From the Publisher: This latest edition of an official U.S. Government military history classic provides an authoritative historical survey of the organization and accomplishments of the United States Army. This scholarly yet readable book is designed to inculcate an awareness of our nation's military past and to demonstrate that the study of military history is an essential ingredient in leadership development. It is also an essential addition to any personal military history library.

CliffsAP World History

Autor: Fred N Grayson

Número de Páginas: 338

Why CliffsAP Guides? Go with the name you know and trust Get the information you need--fast! Written by test prep specialists About the contents: Introduction * Test-taking tips and strategies * Overview of the test and scoring, with information on multiple-choice questions, the document-based question, the change-over-time essay, and the comparative essay Part I: Subject Review * Review of the 5 historical periods covered on the test * Sample multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations Part II: AP World History Practice Tests * 3 full-length practice tests with answers and explanations *AP is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product. AP Test Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes? An American BookWorks Corporation Project Contributors: Todd Carney, PhD; Charles A. Desnoyers, PhD; Philip C. DiMare, PhD; James Godwin, PhD; Shawndra Holderby, Phd; Kathryn Jasper, MA; David Meier, PhD; Judith-Rae Ross, PhD; and Ryan Wilkinson, BA More than Notes! CliffsAP? CliffsComplete? CliffsQuickReview? CliffsTestPrep? CliffsStudySolver

History of the Office of the Secretary of Defense

Autor: Steven L. Rearden

Número de Páginas: 722

The Real History of the Cold War

Autor: Alan Axelrod

Número de Páginas: 468

Reveals the intriguing, suspenseful true story behind the globe-spanning battle of wills between the US and the Soviet Union after the fall of Nazi Germany.

History and Strategy

Autor: Marc Trachtenberg

Número de Páginas: 307

This work is a powerful demonstration of how historical analysis can be brought to bear on the study of strategic issues, and, conversely, how strategic thinking can help drive historical research. Based largely on newly released American archives, History and Strategy focuses on the twenty years following World War II. By bridging the sizable gap between the intellectual world of historians and that of strategists and political scientists, the essays here present a fresh and unified view of how to explore international politics in the nuclear era. The book begins with an overview of strategic thought in America from 1952 through 1966 and ends with a discussion of "making sense" of the nuclear age. Trachtenberg reevaluates the immediate causes of World War I, studies the impact of the shifting nuclear balance on American strategy in the early 1950s, examines the relationship between the nuclearization of NATO and U.S.-West European relations, and looks at the Berlin and the Cuban crises. He shows throughout that there are startling discoveries to be made about events that seem to have been thoroughly investigated.

A Military History of the New World Disorder, 1989–2022

Autor: Jonathan M. House

Número de Páginas: 334

The collapse of the Soviet Union in 1989 freed the world of the political and military perils and imperatives of the Cold War. But it also introduced a whole new constellation of risks and challenges, as Jonathan M. House brings into sharp relief in A Military History of the New World Disorder, 1989–2022, the third and final volume in his comprehensive trilogy of military developments around the globe since the Second World War. What followed the breaking of the Cold War’s grip on global affairs was not so much a new world order as a new world disorder, as the United States and its allies suddenly found themselves without the sort of coherent grand strategy previously deployed to contain the Soviet Union. Focusing largely but not exclusively on the US, House surveys subsequent developments in military strategy and operations—the processes by which politicians and military leaders of the major powers designed, organized, resourced, and then employed military forces to conduct or deter conflicts. His overview ranges from conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan to American interventions in Panama, Somalia, former Yugoslavia, and Haiti; Israel vs. Hezbollah in Lebanon; and the...

A Year Since the Return of History: A New Cold War

Autor: Richard Sakwa , Li Bennich-björkman , Ziya Öniş , Nicolai N. Petro , Ilter Turan , Anders Wivel , James A. Russell , Sırma Altun , Emre Demir , Greg Simons , Jonathan Beloff , Oğul Tuna , Luca Cinciripini , Gün Ünal , Aybars Arda Kılıçer , Enes Özcan , Shovkat Jabarova , Ali Demircioğlu

Número de Páginas: 202

The last one year proved itself to be a very tough year, and it brought many new challenges for the international relations. Among these new challenges, the most striking one is probably the Russia’s unleashing a war of aggression on Ukraine. As Russia's invasion stepped up on the 24 February 2022, many Western experts and policymakers predicted that the Ukrainian armed forces wouldn't be able to defend Kyiv, and that it would fall to the invaders before the month ended. Nonetheless, the government and people of Ukraine are still fighting, and you can see evidence of this everywhere you walk in Kyiv thanks to the flag of free Ukraine flying from rooftops. It is clear that we are entering a new era in international relations, one that has revived the horrors and catastrophes of the past and paved the way for "The Return of History," regardless of the outcome of the conflict in Ukraine. Now that a full year has passed since the beginning of the attack, TPQ has devoted this issue to exploring the implications of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on many spheres, ranging from energy security to agriculture. At the same time, we' are raising the question of whether the current era...

Army History

Número de Páginas: 352

A Political History of Reunifying Europe

Autor: Iordan Gheorghe Bărbulescu

Número de Páginas: 654

The proposed volume delves into the European Union's expansion into Central and Eastern Europe after the fall of the Berlin Wall. It emphasizes the candidate states' perspective and seeks to draw parallels between the 1990s expansion and potential future enlargements. The historical context is vital, particularly the democratization and consolidation effects that past expansions had on both the candidate states and the EU as a whole. The work also discusses the recently established European Political Community and its role in creating a unified European political space. It contends that past expansions were win-win scenarios, benefiting both the EU and the candidate states, and suggests that similar mutual gains can be achieved in the EU's potential enlargement into the Western Balkans and Eastern Europe. The author proposes that analyzing past expansion processes offers valuable insights and concrete strategies for future extensions. This may include concepts like pre-accession and the European Political Community. The current geopolitical climate, with a more assertive Russia, underscores the importance of further EU expansion to enhance Europe's stability and security. Overall, ...

American Military History, Volume II

Número de Páginas: 572

From the Publisher: This latest edition of an official U.S. Government military history classic provides an authoritative historical survey of the organization and accomplishments of the United States Army. This scholarly yet readable book is designed to inculcate an awareness of our nation's military past and to demonstrate that the study of military history is an essential ingredient in leadership development. It is also an essential addition to any personal military history library.

In the Stream of History

Autor: Warren Christopher

Número de Páginas: 628

The Secretary of State in President Clinton's first term in office presents thirty-seven of his most important speeches, each introduced by an extensive essay that describes its occasion, purpose, and policy implications and includes personal reflections. Simultaneous. UP.

Nationalism and the Politicization of History in the Former Yugoslavia

Autor: Gorana Ognjenovic , Jasna Jozelic

Número de Páginas: 383

​“This book is very timely: the instrumentalization of history for political goals has become a pressing issue and worrisome feature of many polities, to the point of challenging even the most consolidated democracies. Focusing on Yugoslavia’s fragile successor states, the authors explore plurifold analytical levels, including local, regional, transnational, European and global perspectives. The authors comprehensively demonstrate how politicizing history, in the postwar and postcommunist societies of what was once Yugoslavia, has prevented both reconciliation and democratization.” —Sabine Rutar, Leibniz Institute for East and Southeast European Studies, Germany “Ognjenovic and Jozelic focus here on the former Yugoslavia before and after its fragmentation to explore and evaluate the various uses of histories by nationalists, both those who promoted ‘federal nationalism’ and those who peddle specific local nationalisms in successor states. The book deals specifically with the Western Balkans, but these developments have their parallels in many other parts of the world, and the book will be useful well beyond the region on which the study is based.” —Paul Mojzes, ...

Crimea, Global Rivalry, and the Vengeance of History

Autor: Hall Gardner

Número de Páginas: 250

Gardner examines the causes and consequences of Russia's annexation of Crimea. By analyzing alliance formations and the consequences of other annexations in world history, the book urges an alternative US-NATO-European-Japanese strategy toward both Russia and China in the effort to prevent a renewed arms race, if not global war.