Europe - Diplomatic Relations with the U.S., World Politics, 20th Century American History - Relations - General & Miscellaneous, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), International Cooperation, Europe - Diplomatic Relations - General & Miscellaneous

NATO enlargement during the Cold War

Name: NATO enlargement during the Cold War
Author: Mark Smith
ISBN: 9780312236069

by Mark Smith

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Nato Enlargement During the Cold War analyzes the historical experience surrounding Nato enlargement. Features include the role and influence of external factors, the dynamics of intra-alliance debate, and a taxonomy of membership. Most important, however, is the conclusion that NATO expansion was never drawn solely by Cold War factors, giving insight into why NATO survived the end of the Cold War.

About the Author, Mark Smith

Mark Smith works at the Mountbatten Centre for the International Studies Department of Politics, University of Southampton.

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Reminding readers that the debate about enlarging the Atlantic military alliance predated the end of the Cold War, Smith (international studies, U. of Southampton) examines the acceptance of Greece, Turkey, the Federal Republic of Germany, and Spain. He identifies the rationales behind expansion, and the attractions the Alliance held out to prospective members. He also delves into some of its foundations, and finds in its resilience and longevity purposes beyond containing the Soviet Union. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)