How have military actions shaped the history of the United
States and the country's role in world history? Noted military
historian Jeremy Black examines American military exceptionalism
with the critical eye of a foreign scholar. The British fought two
wars with the Americans and followed American developments with
keen interest. Black marshals contemporary British commentary to
contextualize American military actions within a global
perspective.
Several major conflicts are covered: DEGREESL DEGREESDBLThe War
for Independence DEGREESDBLThe War of 1812 DEGREESDBLThe Mexican
War DEGREESDBLWar with Native Americans DEGREESDBLThe Civil War
DEGREESLThroughout this phase of America military action, one sees
a shift from a state in conflict with neighboring states to a
nation divided, fighting for its very survival. This study
clarifies the unique combination of political, social,
intellectual, and physical factors-including potential threats-that
shaped, and were shaped, by the general American culture during
this period.
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