International Relations papers

An analyais of the military and moral aspects of the decision to A-bomb Japan.

An examination of the causes and consequences of the war between Iraq and the Western nations led by U.S. Oil, economics, politics, U.S. policy, leadership, goals, costs and outcome.

An examination of the policy conflicts between the U.S., Soviet Union and Great Britain on how to deal with defeated Germany. Includes wartime decisions, Allied Conferences, reconstruction, leadership, borders, Truman Doctrine, Berlin Blockade and more.

An examination of the background, causes, major parties and issues, strategies and outcome.

The background and causes, major events and battles, nations involved, leadership, goals, strategies, politics, brutality, prisoners of war and outcome.

An examination of the evolution of American diplomatic, political and military action, strategies, alliances and role of Presidents.

An analysis and comparison of the two failed invasions including the invaders' motivations, leadership, goals and preparations and initial successes followed by disaster.

An examination of the complex nature of ethnic conflicts and recent U.S. involvement and recommends intervention only in special and extreme cases.

An analysis of foreign policy decisions, diplomacy and military events leading up to, during and after the 1990-91 war between the Western allies and Iraq.

The evolution, concerns and operations of public and private human rights movements since the founding of the U.N. after WWII.

A looks at its history since the 18th Century including chinese regional relations, Korean and Vietnam wars, Nixon-Kissinger rapprochement, Taiwan, trade and investment, Tiananmen Square, human rights and recommendations.

An snalysis of the President's policy in Indochina, based on Cold War ideology and the iImpact of the Trumam policy, relations with and aid to the French, military and political issues, leadership, diplomacy, the Geneva Agreement and intervention.

A discussion of the origins, causes, effects and examples of social and political divisions caused by Vietnam War, 1963-1975.

Analysis of an article on the theory that media coverage affects perceptions of President's performance, focusing on the Iran-Contra scandal.

An examination of 1990s policy in context of the Vietnam War and its aftermath, economics, rise of capitalism, normalization, POW/MIA issue and diplomacy.

A analysis and comparison of the Bush and Clinton policies including background (Iran-Iraq War, conflict with Israel), objectives, effectiveness, economic, political, military & diplomatic aspects, Persian Gulf War, oil, human rights and terrorism.

An examination of its causes, its impact on the Gulf region and Arabic world, the role of the U.S, in an international context and the aftermath.

A history of French role in Vietnam with an emphasis on the battle at Dien Bien Phu.

A critical analysis of his views as outdated and more fitting the 19th Century. Examines balance-of-power, Arab-Israeli War, relationship with Nixon, personality, reputation, Latin America and myth.

A critical analysis of this work on the conference settling the war between Paraguay and Bolivia.

An overview of the founding of Israel, the historical roots of relations with Arab neighbors, causes and effects of wars, the Palestinian question, leaders and international aspects.

Examines the political and global origins of the Cold War and the nuclear build-up, films reflecting nuclear fear and the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Discusses reasons for American intervention and failure.

A look at the evolution of the policy, focusing on origins, purpose and impact of the Monroe Doctrine, colonialism, nationalism, neutrality, isolationism and intervention, during the years 1776-1830.

Examines this 1961 work's portrayal of Americans as victims of ignorance and misinformation on foreign policy issues.

Examines tbe nations' land and maritime boundary dispute and their arguments before the International Court of Justice.

Examines the policy of Great Britain, U.S. and France aimed at modernizing the economy and democratizing politics.

Examines the evolution from the 1960s-90s. Discusses leadership, Cold War and the Balance of Power ideologies, the Iran-Iraq War, terrorism, the Persian Gulf War, dual containment and economic issues.

Examines economic, cultural, political and military aspects, as well as options and recommendations for improved U.S. policy.

Examines the evolution in the 1990s. Discusses Cuba's loss of Soviet support, the impact of Cuban exiles, Castro's socialist leadership, human rights, politics, laws and the economic emargo.

Causes and effects, politics, economics, religion, leadership of the Shah vs. Khomeini, riots, repression, demographics and the U.S. hostage crisis.

Examines three successes (Cold War, Cuban Missile Crisis and the China-Taiwan Crisis) and three failures (WWII, the Korean War and Serbia) of efforts to deter war through military strength.

Examines effects of political, economic, ideological and legislative forces in the 20th Century, emphasizing the Castro era.

Examines the relationship in a global context, legal, ethical and religious issues, politics, anti-immigrant bias and abuse, the situation in the U.S., examples, refugees and asylum-seekers.

Provides an overview of war as a policy among nations, types of wars in the modern world, examples, global power relationships, politics and the future.

Examines U.S. interests in the region and the current American policy and proposes improved regional strategy. Discusses economics, military, diplomacy, environment, politics, global issues, objectives, trade and weapons of mass destruction.

Examines ways Islamic countries can add to the security and peace of the world. Discusses obstacles, religious divisions, economics, politics, spirituality, war, fundamentalism, public vs. private sectors, banking and differences with the West.

Compares the views of Westerners and Islamic observers on the origins of the 1979 revolution, religious, political and economic aspects, populism, bureaucracy and the failure of the West to foresee the revolution.

Discusses the effect of the revolution. Provides historical background, politics, relations with the U.S., economics, culture, poverty and communism; focuses on Havana.

Discusses the history of the conflict, politics, military, the role of the U.S. and the future.

Examines the historical background, economic conflicts, cultural differences, trade, security issues, the Asian financial crisis, management styles, politics and forecast, focusing on the 1990s.

Argues that WWII had more impact on shaping the U.S. policy in the 20th Century than WWI, the Cold War or the Vietnam War.

History in 20th Century efforts to unify Arab states and peoples for political, economic and military purposes, obstacles, common bonds, leadership (Nasser, Hussein), the Arab League and the Baath Party.

Examines France's justification for testing nuclear weapons in the Pacific despite global and local protests.

Examines the U.S. policy toward China, the China-Japan conflict, internal Chinese conflicts and military, political and economic weaknesses.

Examines the economic, political, cultural, religious, ethnic and psycho-emotional roots of conflict among Serbs, Croations and Muslims. Discusses the history, leadership, issues and negotiations.

Examines role of volunteers as teachers in the Third World. Discusses recruitment, personal and professional standards, training, teaching English, health, books, curriculum, cooperative learning, culture shock and more.

Examines China's policies on trade, sovereignty over Hong Kong and Taiwan. Discusses Pro-Democracy movement and recommends that the U.S. policies are based on American national interest.

Examines origins from the late 1940s, major events and issues, strategies, peace talks, objectives and the future.

Overview of historical and global factors of U.S. foreign aid and aid to Israel in the context of realism in international relations. Discusses rationale, politics and conflicting U.S. domestic and foreign interests.

Examines the background of the conflict, major issues, successes and failures of the peace efforts of the U.N., international government, non-government organizations and individuals.

Examines the policies of the U.S., France and Great Britain. Discusses the history, politics, economics and focuses on the shortcomings.

Compares nations' economic development. Discusses industrialization, trade, politics, agriculture, foreign influences and internal conflicts.

Examines the meeting between Western powers and the Soviet Union to deal with Cold War issues. Discusses objectives, differences, leadership and outcome.

Discusses the water needs and problems of Iraq, Syria and Turkey related to the management of the river and conflicts among the nations.

Analyzes historical and cultural causes and effects of political and drug-related violence in the Andean region. Discusses leadership, socioeconomics, guerillas, oppression, assassinations, the role of the military and governmen and relations with the U.

Focusing on the Clinton Presidency, Cold War ideology, politics, economics, legislation, goals, tactics and the embargo.

A critical review of this collection of opposing views on the need for nuclear weapons.

Comparative analysis of social & economic development. Analyzed in terms of govt. & politics, role of United Nations, globalization, debt, industrial policy, resources and human rights.

Examines roles of economics, trade, human rights, Asian regional issues in U.S. policy & relationship between presidents Clinton & Jiang Zemin.

Roles of politicians & diplomats in developing & implementing foreign policy: president, state department and ambassadors.

Reviews collection of articles on U.S. military spending during & after the Cold War, looking at global security, demilitarization options and nuclear arms.

Summary & review of work by ex-Secretary of Defense on the war he managed.

Examines origins of the Soviet-American struggle from 1945 to 1947 & argues that the conflict was inevitable after WWII.

Overview of monetary policy, trade, market & industry issues and labor, focusing on automobile production. Includes tables.

Examines how coming-of-age books portray racism of 1950s & Vietnam War, looking at the falseness of the American Dream.

Critical review of work on history of global diplomacy & critique of new world order.

Examines Israeli-Arab conflict (focusing on the Palestinian issue & Oslo Peace Accords) & U.S.-Iraq conflict (focusing on 1998 sanctions & arms inspections).

In context of regional & international economic theory. Looks at the barriers to free trade, policy objectives, Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation Initiative, examples and the future.

Examines diplomacy (coercive & non-coercive) as effective alternatives to war in solving international conflict.

Reviews 1988 work on major developments & crises in world politics during Cold War & threat of nuclear conflict.

Describes Strategic Trade Theory as one in which economies or industries are in direct competition. Examines the US/Japan Semiconductor wars of 1987-97 as a case study.

Detailed analysis of Thailand's 1997 financial crisis. Discusses the "Triangle of Impossibility" model, which consists of a fixed currency rate, free capital movement, & an independent monetary policy.

Role of U.S. intelligence & Soviet-American conflict. Looks at Congo political independence, U.S. foreign policy-making structure & self-image in foreign affairs. Involvement of the CIA and U.N.

Examining the political, military, economic, diplomatic, social & cultural effects of war & Vietnam syndrome.

Examines role of Congress in debate, passage & monitoring of trade agreement. Background, provisions, politics, interest groups, pros & cons and future.

This paper argues that the U.S. should drop out of NATO. Discusses its changing goals since the end of Cold War & Soviet threat. Looks at the German nationalism factor and NATO expansion's.

Background of international trade agreements & overview of NAFTA's benefits, goals, provisions, politics, pros & cons & effectiveness.

Critical review of work on irrationality of Cold War-based U.S. foreign policy, 1938 to early 1990s.

Definition and role of Maastritch Treaty, economic integration, currencies, exchange rate, deficits & debts and gross domestic products.

Definition, measurement & significance in nations' relative economic strength.

Analyzes ideas of economist Paul Krugman on nature & future of Asian success & applicability to Western Tables.

Role & use of past lessons in avoiding future mistakes. Balance of power in 19th Cent. & 20th Cent., wars, U.S. & European policymaking and the future.

Overview of evolution of Turkey's govt., society & economy into the 1990s & changing relations with U.S. based on conflicting regional alliances.

Origins & history, objectives, structure, membership, changing role & goals in post-Cold War era, political & military issues, expansion to include with former Soviet-controlled nations.

Examines post-Cold War world & NATO's relevance, changing role & inclusion of former Warsaw Pact nations, focusing on centrality of U.S. policy & strategy.

Examines the conflict over trade & human rights, economic & political pressure, repression of dissidents, Most Favored Nation status and the future.

Examines history & goals of EC & French resistance & cooperation. Issues discussed include legalities, economics, politics, banking, conflicts with Germany & Japan and protectionism.

Reviews the events of the year 1997 that led to the meltdown in the Thai economy. Discusses the attempts by the regional leaders at the Asian Pacific Economic Cooperaton (APEC) to contain the situation in the fall of 1997.

Discusses comparative trade theory, wherein nations assess their production strengths & weaknesses & create trade pacts that serve each accordingly.

Overview of relations between Spain & France since the rise of Francisco Franco in 1936 through the current regime of Juan Carlos.

Review of current trends & developments in relations between Russia & the United States.

Critical review of 1982 work on origins & evolution of containment of Soviet Union from WWII through 1970s. Military planning, Cold War ideology, leadership, geopolitics and detente.

Effects of growth hormone ban, health & safety, protectionism, irradiation, GATT, World Trade Organization, politics, supply & demand, pricing, future.

Background, major players & events, causes & effects of 1970 killing of four Vietnam War-protesting students by Ohio National Guard.

Examines nations' socioeconomic frameworks, models (class vs. elite pluralist), industry, labor & bureaucracies & compares British Labor Party & Swedish Social Democratic Party.

Examines economic & political theories related to coercive diplomacy, hierarchy of states & war, focusing on freezing of foreign-owned financial assets as legal & political tactic to settle international disputes.

Examines factional conflict in political party struggle over trade agreement, post-NAFTA political fallout, protectionism.

Political & military policy toward island's Greek-Turkish conflict, independence, national interest, partitioning, theory.

Alexander George & William Simons examine concept's purpose, eight factors leading to success or failure, application in Southeast Asia & Cuba.