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George F. Kennan and the Origins of Containment, 19441946: The KennanLukacs Correspondence (Volume 1),Used
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In 1945 the United States saw the Soviet Union as its principal ally. By 1947, it saw the Soviet Union as its principal opponent. How did this happen? Historian John Lukacs has provided an answer to this question through an exchange of letters with George F. Kennan. Their correspondence deals with the antecedents of containment between 1944 and 1946, during most of which time Kennan was at the American embassy in Moscow.Kennan had strong opinions about America's appropriate role during and after World War II and is perhaps best known as the architect of America's containment policy. Much has been written about Kennan and containment, but relatively little is known about the events that made him compose and send the Long Telegram in 1946 that ultimately became the draft for foreign policy dealing with the Soviets in the following forty years.These letters show Kennan's fear of the extent to which the United States misunderstood the Soviet regime. Especially in 1944, at the time of the Russians' betrayal of the Warsaw Uprising, it became evident that the Soviets were interested in establishing their rigid domination of Eastern and Central Europe and dividing the continent.Kennan's letters to Lukacs are thorough and detailed, suggesting that the Truman administration was not in the least premature in opposing the Soviet Union. Indeed, both correspondents suggest that these decisions should have been made earlier. This series of letters will add greatly to our understanding of what preceded containment and the Cold War in 1947.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'George F. Kennan and the Origins of Containment, 1944-1946'? A: The book focuses on the correspondence between George F. Kennan and historian John Lukacs, discussing the events leading to America's containment policy towards the Soviet Union between 1944 and 1946.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by George F. Kennan, who is well-known for his significant role in shaping U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been pre-owned but is still in satisfactory shape for reading.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains 96 pages, providing a concise exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on March 31, 1997.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the First Edition of 'George F. Kennan and the Origins of Containment, 1944-1946'.
- Q: What key themes are explored in Kennan's letters? A: Kennan's letters address themes such as America's misinterpretation of the Soviet regime and the necessity of earlier opposition to Soviet policies.
- Q: How does this book contribute to understanding the Cold War? A: This book provides valuable insights into the antecedents of containment and the factors that influenced U.S. foreign policy decisions leading up to the Cold War.
- Q: Is there any specific historical context covered in the book? A: Yes, the book covers the historical context of the Soviet Union's actions during World War II and the immediate post-war period, specifically focusing on events from 1944 to 1946.