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From The Good War To The Forever War: A History of American War Culture

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War is a defining feature of American history. From the Civil War to the present day, the United States has been involved in a nearly constant state of war. This has had a profound impact on American society, politics, and economy. War has shaped the way Americans think about themselves, their country, and their place in the world. It has also been used to justify everything from slavery to imperialism to the War on Terror.

Crash Course: From the Good War to the Forever War (War Culture)

by H. Bruce Franklin

5 out of 5

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In From The Good War To The Forever War, historian Michael Beschloss offers a sweeping history of American war culture. He explores how war has been used to shape American identity, justify political and economic policies, and promote social and cultural values. Beschloss argues that war has been a central force in American history, and that it has played a major role in shaping the country into what it is today.

Beschloss begins his book with the Civil War, which he argues was the first truly modern war. The Civil War was fought over the issue of slavery, but it also had a profound impact on American society and politics. The war led to the abolition of slavery, the freeing of four million slaves, and the reunification of the country. It also led to the rise of a new industrial economy and the emergence of the United States as a global power.

World War I and World War II were both fought on a global scale, and they had a profound impact on American society. World War I helped to bring about the end of the Gilded Age and the rise of the Progressive Era. World War II led to the creation of the United Nations and the Marshall Plan, which helped to rebuild Europe after the war. It also led to the Cold War, which lasted for nearly 50 years.

The Korean War and the Vietnam War were both fought in Asia, and they had a major impact on American foreign policy. The Korean War ended in a stalemate, and the Vietnam War ended in a defeat for the United States. These wars led to a loss of faith in the American government and a growing anti-war movement.

The War on Terror began in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. It has been fought in Afghanistan, Iraq, and other countries. The War on Terror has been a long and costly conflict, and it has had a major impact on American society. It has led to the creation of a vast security state and the erosion of civil liberties. It has also led to a growing sense of fear and insecurity.

In From The Good War To The Forever War, Michael Beschloss offers a sweeping history of American war culture. He explores how war has shaped American society, politics, and economy. He argues that war has been a central force in American history, and that it has played a major role in shaping the country into what it is today. Beschloss's book is a timely and important reminder of the costs of war and the need to work for peace.

Crash Course: From the Good War to the Forever War (War Culture)

by H. Bruce Franklin

5 out of 5