The Marshall Plan. At the dawn of the Cold War.
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With the collapse of the British Empire and the strengthening of Stalin's empire, the American administration (represented by the new Secretary of State George C. Marshall and his colleagues) took on the challenging task of rebuilding Western Europe as a bulwark against communist authoritarianism. This massive, costly, and ambitious undertaking forced both Europeans and Americans to make a choice that contradicted all established historical traditions and self-perceptions. The resulting process contributed to the emergence of NATO, the European Union, and Western identity - factors that continue to shape the modern development of key international events.
"The Marshall Plan: At the Dawn of the Cold War" provides a detailed and captivating narrative of the events in Europe from 1947 to 1949. The author introduces us to unique episodes that marked the collapse of post-war American-Soviet relations: the Prague coup, the Berlin blockade, and the division of Germany. In each episode, Stalin's determination to thwart the Marshall Plan and deprive Americans of footholds in Europe is vividly described. In an engaging epilogue, the author demonstrates how geopolitical forces, which had divided Europe in the aftermath of World War II, regained their former influence with the collapse of the USSR.
Author:
Author:Stil B.
Cover:
Cover:hardcover
Category:
- Category:History & Geography
- Category:Politics & Social Science
Publication language:
Publication Language:English, Russian
Paper:
Paper:offset
Dimensions:
Dimensions:24x17x3.5 cm
Age restrictions:
Age restrictions:18+
ISBN:
ISBN:978-5-93255-643-6
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