Machine-Gun Diplomacy

Hopkins, John Appleton Haven

ISBN 10: 1025815602 / ISBN 13: 9781025815602

Published by Tradd Street Press, 2026

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Machine-Gun Diplomacy
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1025815602
• ISBN 13: 9781025815602
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 1.08 pounds

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Synopsis

"Machine-Gun Diplomacy" provides a trenchant analysis of American foreign policy during a pivotal era of international relations. Written at a time when the United States was increasingly asserting its influence through military intervention, the work explores the transition from traditional diplomatic engagement to the use of force as a primary tool of statecraft. J. A. H. Hopkins examines the ethical and political implications of what was then a contemporary shift toward aggressive interventionism, focusing on the repercussions of these policies in regions such as Latin America and the Caribbean.

The book serves as a vital historical record of early 20th-century political thought, questioning the morality and long-term effectiveness of coercive foreign interventions. It offers readers a deep dive into the tensions between national interests and international sovereignty, providing a critical perspective on the motives behind expansionist policies. By detailing specific instances of military pressure used to secure economic and political objectives, "Machine-Gun Diplomacy" remains a significant study for those interested in the history of United States imperialism, international law, and the evolution of global diplomacy.

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