Memoirs 1950-1963: An Inside Account of the Cold War by George Kennan

George Kennan's Memoirs 1950-1963 is an essential read for anyone interested in the Cold War. Kennan was one of the most important figures in American foreign policy during this period, and his memoirs provide a unique insight into the decision-making process at the highest levels of government.

Memoirs 1950-1963

by George F. Kennan

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Kennan was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1904. He graduated from Princeton University in 1925 and then joined the US Foreign Service. He served in a variety of posts around the world, including Berlin, Moscow, and Washington, D.C.

In 1947, Kennan wrote the "Long Telegram," a top-secret memo that outlined his views on the Soviet Union. The Long Telegram was one of the most influential documents in American foreign policy history, and it helped to shape the US response to the Cold War.

Kennan served as ambassador to the Soviet Union from 1952 to 1953. He resigned from the Foreign Service in 1953 and became a professor at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey.

Kennan's Memoirs 1950-1963 were published in 1972. The memoirs cover Kennan's experiences in the Foreign Service and his views on the Cold War. The memoirs are a valuable source of information on this important period in American history.

In the memoirs, Kennan discusses:

• The origins of the Cold War
• The decision to launch the Marshall Plan
• The Berlin Blockade
• The Korean War
• The Cuban Missile Crisis

Kennan's memoirs are a must-read for anyone interested in the Cold War. They provide a unique insight into the decision-making process at the highest levels of government during this critical period in American history.

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"Kennan's memoirs are a major contribution to our understanding of the Cold War. They are essential reading for anyone interested in this important period in American history." - Henry Kissinger

"Kennan's memoirs are a classic of American diplomatic history. They are a must-read for anyone interested in the Cold War." - John Lewis Gaddis

"Kennan's memoirs are a valuable source of information on the Cold War. They provide a unique insight into the decision-making process at the highest levels of government." - Robert Dallek

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Memoirs 1950-1963

by George F. Kennan

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	916 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	218 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Item Weight	:	10.6 ounces

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