How have military actions shaped the history of the United States and the country's role in world history? Noted military historian Jeremy Black examines American military exceptionalism with the critical eye of a foreign scholar. The British fought two wars with the Americans and followed American developments with keen interest. Black marshals contemporary British commentary to contextualize American military actions within a global perspective.
Several major conflicts are covered: DEGREESL DEGREESDBLThe War for Independence DEGREESDBLThe War of 1812 DEGREESDBLThe Mexican War DEGREESDBLWar with Native Americans DEGREESDBLThe Civil War DEGREESLThroughout this phase of America military action, one sees a shift from a state in conflict with neighboring states to a nation divided, fighting for its very survival. This study clarifies the unique combination of political, social, intellectual, and physical factors-including potential threats-that shaped, and were shaped, by the general American culture during this period.
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How have military actions shaped the history of the United States and the country's role in world history? Noted military historian Jeremy Black examines American military exceptionalism with the critical eye of a foreign scholar. The British fought two wars with the Americans and followed American developments with keen interest. Black marshals contemporary British commentary to contextualize American military actions within a global perspective.
Several major conflicts are covered: DEGREESL DEGREESDBLThe War for Independence DEGREESDBLThe War of 1812 DEGREESDBLThe Mexican War DEGREESDBLWar with Native Americans DEGREESDBLThe Civil War DEGREESLThroughout this phase of America military action, one sees a shift from a state in conflict with neighboring states to a nation divided, fighting for its very survival. This study clarifies the unique combination of political, social, intellectual, and physical factors-including potential threats-that shaped, and were shaped, by the general American culture during this period.
Imprint | Praeger Publishers Inc |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | June 2002 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | June 2002 |
Authors | Jeremy M Black |
Dimensions | 229 x 152 x 14mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 248 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-275-97706-1 |
Barcode | 9780275977061 |
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LSN | 0-275-97706-4 |