President Lyndon Johnson and Soviet Communism

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By John Dumbrell

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President Lyndon Johnson and Soviet Communism by John Dumbrell explores the complex relationship between U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson and the Soviet Union during the Cold War. The book examines Johnson's strategies and policies in dealing with the challenges of Soviet communism, highlighting how domestic and international pressures shaped his administration's approach. It provides a detailed analysis of Johnson's diplomacy, military engagements, and efforts to balance Cold War tensions.
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If you're interested in understanding the complexities of Cold War politics and the challenges faced by American leadership in dealing with Soviet communism, this book offers a detailed analysis. It delves into the strategic decisions, personal dynamics, and political context of the era, providing insights that might appeal to those curious about political history and international relations.

President Lyndon Johnson and Soviet Communism

This book fills a major gap in the history of the Cold War by examining in detail a neglected phase of US-Soviet relations. Based on original and recently released archive materials, the book constitutes a major contribution to the growing 'beyond Vietnam' literature on the foreign policy of President Lyndon B. Johnson

This book fills a major gap in the history of the Cold War by examining in detail a neglected phase of US-Soviet relations.

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This major new study fills a significant gap in the academic literature on the Cold War by considering President Lyndon Johnson's policy towards the Soviet Union.

The author examines the attitudes of Johnson and his leading advisers toward the Soviet leadership, taking into account the effects of Moscow's growing splits with Beijing, the impact on US-Soviet relations of nuclear issues, the Vietnam War, and clashes over Cuba, the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

The author's research is based on detailed scrutiny of archives in Britain and the United States, as well as recently published document collections. His study also examines the President's personal leadership qualities, his mistakes in Vietnam, and his success as a peacemaker with Moscow.

President Lyndon Johnson and Soviet Communism constitutes a major contribution to literature on President Johnson's foreign policy 'beyond Vietnam'.

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President Lyndon Johnson and Soviet Communism is praised for its high-quality writing and insightful presentation. It is particularly beneficial for those interested in American foreign policy, the dynamics of the Cold War, and international relations.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780719062643

Publisher: Manchester University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 June 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Manchester University Press

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 295g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

John Dumbrell is Professor of Politics at the University of Leicester