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Summary: Diplomacy by Kissinger – Chapter 23 – The Berlin Crisis
This chapter discusses the controversy regarding the status of Berlin during the Cold War, when the Soviets reacted to Western presence in Germany.
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Summary: Diplomacy by Kissinger – Chapter 22 – Hungary
This chapter discusses the Hungarian Revolution in 1956, when university students attempted to resist Soviet domination, but were repressed by the Warsaw Pact.
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The U.S. After Independence: Constitution, Washington & Adams
After achieving independence, the U.S. drafted a constitution, established governmental institutions, and was ruled by presidents George Washington and John Adams.
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The History of Fordism and Post-Fordism
Fordism was a rigid production system introduced in 1914, and Post-Fordism is a flexible production system that has prevailed since the 1970s.
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Summary: Diplomacy by Henry Kissinger
Diplomacy, by Henry Kissinger, provides an extensive sweep of the history of international relations.
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Summary: Diplomacy by Kissinger – Chapter 21 – The Suez Crisis
This chapter discusses the British, French and Israeli intervention after the Suez Canal was nationalized by Egypt.
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Summary: Diplomacy by Kissinger – Chapter 20 – Negotiating with the Communists
This chapter discusses the negotiations between the United States and the Soviet Union prior to the death of Joseph Stalin.
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Summary: Diplomacy by Kissinger – Chapter 19 – The Korean War
This chapter discusses the Korean War and its role in shaping the foreign policy of the United States.
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American Revolution: Causes, Battles and Timeline
In 1776, the United States became an independent country following several years of discontent with British colonial rule.