China's India War (Oxford India Paperbacks): Collision Course on the Roof of the World

Name: China's India War (Oxford India Paperbacks): Collision Course on the Roof of the World
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Book Synopsis: The first book to put the Sino-Indian border dispute and the 1962 war into its rightful historical and geopolitical context, China's India War examines how the 1962 war was about much more than the border. China was going through immense internal turmoil following the disastrous 'Great Leap Forward' and Mao Zedong, the architect of the movement, was looking to reassert his power over the Communist Party and the People's Liberation Army. Finding an outside enemy against which everyone could unite was his best option. Coincidentally, India was emerging as the leader of the newly independent countries in Asia and Africa and the stakes were high for a war with India: winning the war could mean China would 'dethrone' India and take over. A border dispute with India and India's decision to grant asylum to the Dalai Lama after a failed uprising against Chinese rule in Tibet in 1959 gave China legitimate reasons to go to war. This book unveils how China has started planning the war as early as in 1959, much before Jawaharlal Nehru launched the 'forward policy' in the border areas. And how the war accomplished much for China: India lost, China became the main voice of revolutionary movements in the Third World, and Mao Zedong was back in power.

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Discover the untold story of one of the most significant conflicts in modern history with China's India War (Oxford India Paperbacks). Delve into the geopolitical context behind the Sino-Indian border dispute and the 1962 war in this groundbreaking book. Uncovering a web of political intrigue and power struggles, this book reveals that the war was about more than just the border – it was a strategic move by Mao Zedong to solidify his authority and establish China as a global force.

With China in a state of internal turmoil after the 'Great Leap Forward', Mao Zedong sought to redirect the nation's attention by creating an external enemy. Enter India, the rising leader of newly independent nations in Asia and Africa. Winning the war meant China could usurp India's position and become the dominant power in the region. Find out how China meticulously planned the conflict as early as 1959, even before India implemented its 'forward policy' in the border areas.

Moreover, China's India War uncovers the pivotal role played by a border dispute and India's decision to shelter the Dalai Lama after the failed Tibetan uprising in 1959. These events provided China with the perceived justification to launch its military campaign. Not only did China emerge victorious, but it also became the voice of revolutionary movements in the Third World and restored Mao Zedong's grip on power.

Intriguing and thought-provoking, China's India War offers a fresh perspective on this historical conflict. Its meticulous research and insightful analysis make it an essential read for history buffs, geopolitical enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of international relations. Don't miss out on this captivating account – order China's India War (Oxford India Paperbacks) today!

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