Defense and Diplomacy: The Soldier and the Conduct of Foreign Relations – hinnat ja saatavuus

Defense and Diplomacy: The Soldier and the Conduct of Foreign Relations is a book written by Alfred Vagts, a renowned American historian and political scientist. The book explores the relationship between the military and foreign policy, and how this relationship has evolved over time. The author argues that the military has traditionally played a significant role in shaping foreign policy and diplomacy. From ancient times to the present day, military leaders have been involved in negotiations, treaties, and other diplomatic efforts. Vagts explores this relationship in depth, looking at historical examples from ancient Greece to modern-day America. The book also examines the challenges that arise when the military becomes too involved in foreign policy. Vagts argues that while the military can be an effective tool in diplomacy, it is important to maintain a balance between military and civilian leadership. When the military takes on too much responsibility in foreign affairs, it can lead to unintended consequences and even conflict. Overall, Defense and Diplomacy is a comprehensive and thought-provoking analysis of the relationship between the military and foreign policy. It offers valuable insights for policymakers, military leaders, and anyone interested in the history and politics of international relations. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.