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The Imperial Cruise: A Secret History of Empire and War,New
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In 1905 President Teddy Roosevelt dispatched Secretary of War William Howard Taft on the largest U.S. diplomatic mission in history to Hawaii, Japan, the Philippines, China, and Korea. Roosevelt's glamorous twentyone year old daughter Alice served as mistress of the cruise, which included senators and congressmen. On this trip, Taft concluded secret agreements in Roosevelt's name.In 2005, a century later, James Bradley traveled in the wake of Roosevelt's mission and discovered what had transpired in Honolulu, Tokyo, Manila, Beijing and Seoul.In 1905, Roosevelt was bullyconfident and made secret agreements that he though would secure America's westward push into the Pacific. Instead, he lit the long fuse on the Asian firecrackers that would singe America's hands for a century.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Imperial Cruise'? A: 'The Imperial Cruise' explores the secret diplomatic mission of President Teddy Roosevelt in 1905, focusing on America's expansionist ambitions in the Pacific and the historical consequences of those actions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Imperial Cruise'? A: The book is authored by James Bradley, who investigates historical events related to Roosevelt's diplomatic mission.
- Q: When was 'The Imperial Cruise' published? A: 'The Imperial Cruise' was published on November 24, 2009.
- Q: What are the key features of the book's edition? A: This edition is a hardcover with a dust jacket, and it is the first edition published by a reputable publisher.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Imperial Cruise' have? A: 'The Imperial Cruise' contains a total of 387 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book available in? A: The book is available in new condition.
- Q: What is the ISBN for 'The Imperial Cruise'? A: The ISBN-10 for 'The Imperial Cruise' is 0316008958, and the ISBN-13 is 978-0316008952.
- Q: Is there any special significance to the year 1905 in the book? A: Yes, 1905 is significant as it marks the year when President Roosevelt sent Secretary of War Taft on a major diplomatic mission that shaped U.S. foreign relations in the Pacific.
- Q: What languages is 'The Imperial Cruise' available in? A: 'The Imperial Cruise' is available in English.
- Q: Can you summarize the historical impact discussed in 'The Imperial Cruise'? A: The book details how Roosevelt's secret agreements during the 1905 mission ignited a series of events that affected U.S. relations in Asia for over a century.