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Eisenhower, Somoza, and the Cold War in Nicaragua
1953-1961
Inbunden, 1997
1098 kr
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During the Cold War era, the United States faced the prospect of expanding its power in Central America. But we miscalculated—grievously. After 1945, Central America teemed with leaders willing to alter the region's quasi-colonial status. Some, like Fidel Castro, sought out revolution to shatter …
Capturing the Revolution
The United States, Central America, and Nicaragua, 1961-1972
Inbunden, 2001
1098 kr
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At the start of the 1960s, revolution challenged the established world order. In every corner of the underdeveloped world, discontent with the status quo fueled attempts to revoke colonialism and the strangleholds on power maintained by entrenched local oligarchies. This book examines the causes of …
Capturing the Revolution
The United States, Central America, and Nicaragua, 1961-1972
Häftad, 2001
516 kr
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At the start of the 1960s, revolution challenged the established world order. In every corner of the underdeveloped world, discontent with the status quo fueled attempts to revoke colonialism and the strangleholds on power maintained by entrenched local oligarchies. This book examines the causes of …
Capturing the Revolution
The United States, Central America, and Nicaragua, 1961-1972
E-bok, 2001
562 kr
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At the start of the 1960s, revolution challenged the established world order. In every corner of the underdeveloped world, discontent with the status quo fueled attempts to revoke colonialism and the strangleholds on power maintained by entrenched local oligarchies. This book examines the causes of …
Documents of American Diplomacy
From the American Revolution to the Present
Inbunden, 2001
2044 kr
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As a young republic, an emerging imperial power, a combatant in the Cold War, or the world's last remaining superpower, America has exercised a pivotal influence on world affairs throughout its history. Through documents drawn from every period of American history, this book offers a comprehensive …
Modern Conspiracies in America
Separating Fact from Fiction
Inbunden, 2022
471 kr
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"... an excellent guide to logic and credibility for all who are curious about this complex and urgent subject." Booklist Starred ReviewAmerica is awash with alleged conspiracies. It seems like today, no one with a cell phone escapes the vortex of skepticism, cynicism, paranoia, and fear that …
Veterans and America
From the Revolution to Today
Inbunden, 2025
351 kr
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A concise history of America's relationship with its veterans, from the Revolution and Civil War to Vietnam and Afghanistan.Millions of veterans live among us and are part of one the largest social groups in America. They have redefined civil rights, activism, and public policy for our entire …
Veterans and America
From the Revolution to Today
E-bok, 2025
418 kr
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A concise history of America's relationship with its veterans, from the Revolution and Civil War to Vietnam and Afghanistan.Millions of veterans live among us and are part of one the largest social groups in America. They have redefined civil rights, activism, and public policy for our entire …
Greatest Generation Comes Home
The Veteran in American Society
E-bok, 2005
248 kr
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At the conclusion of World War II, Americans anxiously contemplated the return to peace. It was an uncertain time, filled with concerns about demobilization, inflation, strikes, and the return of a second Great Depression. Balanced against these challenges was the hope in a future of unparalleled …
New Praetorians
American Veterans, Society, and Service from Vietnam to the Forever War
Inbunden, 2021
1042 kr
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Contemporary veterans belong to an exclusive American group. Celebrated by most of the country, they are nevertheless often poorly understood by the same people who applaud their service. Following the introduction of an all-volunteer force after the war in Vietnam, only a tiny fraction of …
New Praetorians
American Veterans, Society, and Service from Vietnam to the Forever War
Häftad, 2021
366 kr
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Contemporary veterans belong to an exclusive American group. Celebrated by most of the country, they are nevertheless often poorly understood by the same people who applaud their service. Following the introduction of an all-volunteer force after the war in Vietnam, only a tiny fraction of …
Modern Conspiracies in America
Separating Fact from Fiction
Häftad, 2024
307 kr
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"... an excellent guide to logic and credibility for all who are curious about this complex and urgent subject." Booklist Starred ReviewAmerica is awash with alleged conspiracies. It seems like today, no one with a cell phone escapes the vortex of skepticism, cynicism, paranoia, and fear that …
Greatest Generation Comes Home
The Veteran in American Society
Inbunden, 2005
582 kr
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At the conclusion of World War II, Americans anxiously contemplated the return to peace. It was an uncertain time, rife with concerns about demobilization, inflation, strikes, and the return of a second Great Depression. Balanced against these challenges was the hope in a future of unparalleled …
Long Journeys Home
American Veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam
Inbunden, 2017
524 kr
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In the modern history of American veterans, it is sometimes difficult to separate myth from fact. The men and women who served in World War II are routinely praised as heroes; the “Greatest Generation,” after all, triumphed over fascism and successfully reentered postwar society. Veterans of the …
