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Book Synopsis: Since their first publication, the four volumes of the Cambridge History of American Foreign Relations have served as the definitive source for the topic, from the colonial period to the Cold War. This revised second volume describes the causes and dynamics of United States foreign policy from 1865 to 1913, the era when the United States became one of the four great world powers and the world's greatest economic power. The dramatic expansion of global power during this period was set in motion by the strike-ridden, bloody, economic depression from 1873 to 1897 when American farms and factories began seeking overseas markets for their surplus goods, as well as by a series of foreign policy triumphs, as America extended its authority to Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Panama Canal Zone, Central America, the Philippines, and China. Presidents William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt set foreign policy precedents by creating historic policies in which they used the post-1890 battleship fleet, a navy that quickly became one of the world's most powerful fleets. Ironically, as Americans searched for opportunity and stability abroad, they instead helped create revolutions in Central America, Panama, the Philippines, Mexico, China, and Russia. These outbreaks introduced the twentieth century as a century of revolutions with which the United States would have to deal as a top world power.
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Are you fascinated by the history of American foreign relations? Look no further than the New Cambridge History of American Foreign Relations, a comprehensive four-volume set that has become the go-to resource on the topic. In this revised second volume, you'll dive into the fascinating era from 1865 to 1913 when the United States rose as one of the world's great powers. The book uncovers the causes and dynamics behind US foreign policy during this period, including the economic depression and the search for overseas markets. With detailed accounts of America's authority expansion to various regions, including Cuba, Philippines, and Central America, you'll discover the pivotal role the US played in shaping the twentieth-century revolutions.
Experience the captivating journey of America's rise to power through the pages of the New Cambridge History of American Foreign Relations. Written by renowned historians, this book offers a deep understanding of the events that shaped the nation's global standing. Dive into the strike-ridden, economic depression from 1873 to 1897 and witness how American farms and factories transformed into international players, seeking markets for their surplus goods. Learn about the pivotal foreign policy triumphs that made the US an influential player, including the establishment of the Panama Canal Zone and the expansion into China.
Presidents William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt paved the way for groundbreaking policies that forever changed the course of American foreign affairs. By utilizing the battleship fleet and building one of the most powerful navies in the world, they laid the foundations for America's dominance on the global stage. However, this journey was not without its consequences. As the US sought stability and opportunities abroad, it inadvertently sparked revolutions in Central America, Mexico, and China. Explore the repercussions of these historic events and witness how the United States grappled with the challenges of being a top world power in the twentieth century.
Uncover the untold stories and intricate details of America's transformation into a global powerhouse with the New Cambridge History of American Foreign Relations. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student, or a curious reader, this book will provide you with unparalleled insights into the drivers, triumphs, and setbacks that shaped the nation's foreign policy. Take a step back in time and gain a deeper understanding of the forces that continue to shape our world today.
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