The Cuban Missile Crisis and the Cold War

Name: The Cuban Missile Crisis and the Cold War
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SKU: 9781624667411
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A Short History with Documents

By Michelle Getchell

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The Cuban Missile Crisis and the Cold War by Michelle Getchell delves into the tense confrontation between the United States and the Soviet Union during the height of the Cold War. The author explores the events and political manoeuvres that led to the crisis, its resolution, and its profound impact on international relations. The book provides a detailed analysis of the strategic decisions made by both nations and how these influenced future diplomatic engagements.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in a detailed exploration of one of the most tense periods of the Cold War. It provides insightful analysis of the political and military strategies during the Cuban Missile Crisis, making it an excellent read for history enthusiasts eager to understand the complexities of international relations during the 20th century.

The Cuban Missile Crisis and the Cold War

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In October 1962, when the Soviet Union deployed nuclear missiles in Cuba, the most dangerous confrontation of the Cold War ensued, bringing the world close to the brink of nuclear war. Over two tense weeks, U.S. president John F. Kennedy and Soviet premier Nikita Khrushchev managed to negotiate a peaceful resolution to what was nearly a global catastrophe.

Drawing on the best recent scholarship and previously unexamined documents from the archives of the former Soviet Union, this introductory volume examines the motivations and calculations of the major participants in the conflict. It sets the crisis in the context of the broader history of the global Cold War and traces the effects of the crisis on subsequent international and regional geopolitical relations.

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The Cuban Missile Crisis and the Cold War by Michelle Getchell offers an engaging and well-researched exploration of the Cuban Missile Crisis, with a strong emphasis on its context and implications. The book is noted for its insightful analysis of Cold War dynamics in Latin America, particularly the intricate Soviet-Cuban relations. Getchell's narrative skilfully employs the latest scholarship and documents, providing a fair critique of U.S. policies, while also presenting comprehensive perspectives on how the crisis shaped future relations.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781624667411

Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 September 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 139.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 200

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American & Canadian History Global History History & Military Michelle Getchell Military History Non-Fiction

About the Author

Michelle Getchellis Assistant Professor of Strategy and Policy, U.S. Naval War College.