American Allies in Times of War

Name: American Allies in Times of War
Brand: Oxford University Press(UK)
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By Hlatky, Stefanie von

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Why are allies so unpredictable? In American Allies in Times of War, Stéfanie von Hlatky tackles this question by examining military cooperation between the United States and its allies. First, this book demonstrates that alliance demands in times of war cannot always be met by democraticallies due to domestic political constraints. Second, concerns over the delivery of military assets can further curtail the ability of governments to commit resources to war. The author convincingly argues that it is essential to account for these factors to understand the varying levels of militarycooperation observed between the US and its closest partners. This book offers an original comparative analysis of the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia's response to the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. The case studies highlight that decisions involving the use of force must address both domestic-level constraints and the importance of the bilateralrelationship with the United States. This book explains how American allies can manage requests for political and military support by resorting to effective negotiation strategies to influence the terms of cooperation. American Allies in Times of War offers a comprehensive analysis of why and how allies go to war together and dispels some myths and misconceptions about the politics behind military cooperation. It is intended for policymakers, academics, and students who want to gain insight into how foreign anddefence policy is made and how domestic pressures and operational constraints impact contemporary military engagements.

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Edition:: illustrated
Number of Pages:: 198
Release Date:: 2013-12-07
Publication Date:: 2013-12-01
Publisher:: Oxford University Press(UK)
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 0199673683
ISBN13:: 9780199673681
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 467 g
Height:: 161 cm
Width:: 240 cm
Thickness:: 15 cm

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