Twentieth Century Politics and Diplomacy: Case Studies in War and Peace

IWP 620
Four credits

This course examines the most significant developments which have made the 20th century the most violent and revolutionary era in world history. It analyzes the causes and circumstances of each of the major wars of the 20th century: World Wars I and II, and the Cold War. Special emphasis is placed on the structure of the international system, the role of geopolitical and ideological movements, and the failure of peace settlement diplomacy.

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Fall Semester
Spring Semester

Principal Professor

John J. Tierney, Jr.

Walter Kohler Professor of International Relations; Associate Dean; Former Special Assistant and Foreign Affairs Officer, U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency {read more}

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FEATURED FACULTY

Marek Jan Chodakiewicz

Professor of History, The Kosciuszko Chair in Polish Studies

U.S. Foreign Policy: Current and Future Challenges

This course will survey and evaluate the role of American foreign policy in the contemporary international system. Beginning with an introductory background setting, the course will systematically develop the several levels of geopolitical challenge to the national interest in major areas of the world.

Principal Professor

John J. Tierney, Jr.