Crucible of Power: A History of American Foreign Relations to 1913Crucible of Power: A History of American Foreign Relations to 1913 presents a straightforward, balanced, and comprehensive history of American international relations from the American Revolution to 1913. Howard Jones demonstrates the complexities of the decision-making process that led to the rise and decline of the United States (relative to the ascent of other nations) in world power status. Howard Jones focuses on the personalities, security interests, and expansionist tendencies behind the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy and highlights the intimate relationship between foreign and domestic policy. This updated edition includes revisions and additions aimed at making the book more attractive to students, teachers, and general readers. |
Contents
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Chapter 02 The Federalist Era and the Wars of the French Revolution 17891801 | 31 |
Chapter 03 Jeffersonian Diplomacy 18011809 | 53 |
Chapter 04 The War of 1812 and the Completion of American Independence 18091817 | 77 |
Chapter 05 The Diplomacy of Hemispheric Order 18171825 | 97 |
Chapter 06 To the WebsterAshburton Treaty 18251842 | 123 |
Oregon Texas and the Mexican War 18421848 | 149 |
Chapter 08 Between the Wars 18481861 | 179 |
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Crucible of Power: A History of American Foreign Relations to 1913 Howard Jones Limited preview - 2009 |
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