This is an outstanding overview of the state of affairs after World War I, during the Great Depression, but before the beginning of World War II. A thorough review of the problems facing America during this time and the political situation in each country discussed. Beginning with the background:
Pre-War America, Wartime America, and
Post-War America. Followed by the problems facing
Russia, the
Far East, the
British Empire,
Latin America,
Europe, and
America.
Isolationism, the
Monroe Doctrine, the
Caribbean Doctrine,
Pan-Americanism,
propaganda,
attitudes,
War debts,
tariffs, and
reprisals.Ending with
how we see the world,
how the world sees us, and
the world as it is. So many decisions, so many hopes, so many dreams. Hitler on the rise, and Mussolini as well.
Communism and
Fascism are taking hold.
Russia is in turmoil, and
China and
Japan are on the rise.Topics discussed include
Pacifism, Feminism, Meddling, International Law, Disarmament, Diplomacy, Foreign Policy, Public opinion, colonies, borders, and so
many other topics that, in a few short years, will be turned completely upside down and a new, unexpected world will come into existence; the likes of which could not be imagined.
