Historical Dictionary of Anglo-American Relations (Historical Dictionaries of U.S. Diplomacy)

The Historical Dictionary of Anglo-American Relations surveys Anglo-American relations from 1607 to the present and covers key events, individuals, and issues that have played a part in its history. With an emphasis on the political and economic relationship between Britain and the United States, but also featuring the cultural links between the two. This is done through a list of acronyms and abbreviations, a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, appendices, and hundreds of cross-referenced entries. Anglo-American relations have been a crucial factor in international relations for over two centuries. For most of that time dealings between Britain and the United States have remained co-operative, cordial, and supportive. In the beginning, however, relations were confrontational and discordant: the two nations waged war against each other twice_in the War of Independence and in the War of 1812_and have often disagreed over trade, finance, and foreign policy. This volume demonstrates the changing nature of Anglo-American relations and focuses, in particular, on the strengths and fragilities of the 'special relationship' that developed in the aftermath of the WWII and continues to the present day. The Historical Dictionary of Anglo-American Relations surveys Anglo-American relations from 1607 to the present and covers key events, individuals, and issues that have played a part in its history. Through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, appendixes, and hundreds of cross-referenced entries_with an emphasis on the political and economic relationship between Britain and the United States but also featuring the cultural links between the two_this comprehensive and easily accessible reference tool will delight those interested in the history of these two countries. "Historical Dictionary of Anglo-American Relations explores key events, individuals, and issues from 1607 to the present. Through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, appendixes, and hundreds of cross-referenced entries, this comprehensive and accessible reference will be invaluable to those interested in the history of Great Britain and the United States."--BOOK JACKET