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Explore the complex history of American strategic export controls in Reluctant Champions. Published by Routledge, this book examines how the United States managed the export of military and dual-use items to limit Soviet military capabilities during the Cold War. This historical study looks at the tension between national security and economic interests. While these controls were necessary to prevent the spread of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons, they also created significant costs for national economies. The text analyzes the friction caused by these policies, including conflicts between the executive and legislative branches, as well as diplomatic challenges between the United States and other nations. By examining the policies of the Truman, Eisenhower, Bush, and Clinton administrations, this work provides a deep look at how and why the United States adopted its specific export strategies. It is an essential resource for students and readers interested in military history, international relations, and the evolution of U.S. foreign policy.

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Examines U.S. presidential policy regarding strategic export controls through the Truman, Eisenhower, Bush, and Clinton administrations.

Analyzes the impact of controls on military and dual-use items during the Cold War era.

Discusses the balance between preventing the proliferation of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons and the economic costs to the nation.

Explores political conflicts between the executive and legislative branches of the U.S. government over export policy.

Provides historical context on how export controls affect international relations and diplomacy with other countries.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
12 January 2000
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22 January 2007

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