Cold War Southeast Asia
About this book
As World War II came to an end, a period of distrust settled over the world. Southeast Asia was no different. The spectre of Communism stalked the stage. The threat of a global nuclear war hung thick in the air. The struggle for domination between the Americans and the Russians came up against the burgeoning nationalism of the liberated states. In this highly combustible climate, what was to emerge?
Details
- First published
- 2012
- OL Work ID
- OL23208872W
Subjects
Politics and governmentCold WarCold war--political aspectsCold war--political aspects--southeast asia959.053Political aspects