A neglected war in the history of the United States; the Korean conflict played a key role in greatly expanding America's commitments worldwide and contributed to the U.S. decision to engage in direct military action in Vietnam fifteen years later. This up-to-date; readable analysis and ready-reference guide to the Korean War is designed to help students and interested readers understand the causes; events; and implications of the War and to provide a wealth of material for student research. Materials include a detailed timeline of events; six topical essays on various aspects of the war and its impact; seventeen lengthy biographical profiles of key players; the text of fifteen important primary documents; a glossary; and a comprehensive annotated bibliography.Following an introductory essay that explains the causes and history of the war; five topical essays examine the Western Alliance and; in particular; our relations with Great Britain over the War; an analysis and new insights on the role of the Soviet Union and China; the Chinese Communist intervention; the prisoners of war issue; and the meaning and implications of the Korean conflict. Primary documents include the text of speeches; memoranda; telegrams; and official government reports. Biographical sketches provide thorough discussion of the role of major players in the conflict. A section of photographs complements the text. Because it is based on the most recent scholarship and written for the high school and college student researcher; it is the ideal companion to a study of the Korean conflict and its implications for post-World War II America.
#296505 in Books 2011-10-05Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.53 x .85 x 8.20l; 2.75 #File Name: 0312666934728 pages
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