American military history : a very short introduction

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"American military history : a very short introduction"
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Joseph T. Glatthaar
出版者
  • Oxford University Press
出版年月
  • c2020
書籍サイズ
18 cm
タイトル別名
  • The American military

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"Published in hardcover as The American military in 2018"--T.p. verso

Summary: "American Military History: A Very Short Introduction outlines the forces shaping the American military for the past 400 years. Since the colonial period, the United States has struggled to balance standing armed forces with citizen soldiers and sailors. Technological developments and two world wars forced the military to embrace professionalism and its increased obligations. The United States emerged from World War II in a strong position but failed to recognize the limits of its power, a legacy that some might say continues. Recent wars highlight some of the problems of a volunteer-dominated force. To succeed, the American military needs improved communication, understanding, and support"-- Provided by publisher

Includes bibliographical references (p. 127-128) and index

Further reading: p. 129-133

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