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Britain'S Korean War: Cold War Diplomacy, Strategy and Security 1950-53
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Britain'S Korean War: Cold War Diplomacy, Strategy and Security 1950-53
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Thomas Hennessey
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:304 | Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156 |
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Category/Genre | British and Irish History The Cold war Korean war |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780719097386
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Classifications | Dewey:951.9042 |
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Audience | Tertiary Education (US: College) | Professional & Vocational | General | |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Manchester University Press
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Imprint |
Manchester University Press
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Publication Date |
1 May 2015 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
This book investigates the UK's experience as a junior partner in the only Cold war conflict where some of the main protagonists confronted each other on the battlefield. The author assesses the strains within the 'Special Relationship' between London and Washington and offers a new perspective on the limits and successes of British influence. -- .
Author Biography
Thomas Hennessey is Professor of Modern British and Irish History at Canterbury Christ Church University -- .
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