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The Pentagon Papers the Defense Department History of United States Decisionmaking on Vietnam
Author: United States Department of Defense, Noam Chomsky, Howard Zinn
Year: 1972
Pages: 434
Format: PDF
File size: 29 MB
Language: ENG

Year: 1972
Pages: 434
Format: PDF
File size: 29 MB
Language: ENG

The Pentagon Papers: The Defense Department History of United States Decisionmaking on Vietnam, written by Dr. Daniel Ellsberg and Professor Edward Kay, is a comprehensive history of the US involvement in the Vietnam War, from the early stages of US involvement to the final withdrawal of troops in 1973. The book provides a detailed account of how the US government made decisions about the war, from the perspective of the Defense Department, and how those decisions were influenced by various factors such as politics, economics, and military strategy. The book begins with an overview of the historical context of the Vietnam War, including the background of the conflict and the US involvement. It then delves into the details of the decision-making process, highlighting key events and policy shifts that occurred during the war. The authors provide a thorough analysis of the documents, which include memos, cables, and other official communications between government officials, military leaders, and diplomats. They also offer insights into the motivations and intentions behind the decisions made by the US government, based on their research and access to classified materials. One of the most significant aspects of the book is its focus on the evolution of technology during the war. The authors demonstrate how technological advancements, such as helicopters and night vision goggles, played a crucial role in the war effort. They also explore how the US military's reliance on technology affected the outcome of the war, both positively and negatively.
The Pentagon Papers: The Defense Department History of United States Decisionmaking on Vietnam, written by Dr. Daniel Ellsberg and Professor Edward Kay, is a comprehensive history of the American involvement in the Vietnam War, from the early stages of USA intelligtion to the final exition in 1973. В книге приводится подробное описание того, как правительство США принимало решения о войне, с точки зрения Министерства обороны, и как на эти решения влияли различные факторы, такие как политика, экономика и военная стратегия. Книга начинается с обзора исторического контекста войны во Вьетнаме, включая предысторию конфликта и участие США. Затем он углубляется в детали процесса принятия решений, выделяя ключевые события и сдвиги в политике, которые произошли во время войны. Авторы приводят тщательный анализ документов, которые включают служебные записки, телеграммы и другие официальные сообщения между правительственными чиновниками, военачальниками и дипломатами. Они также предлагают понимание мотивов и намерений, стоящих за решениями, принятыми правительством США, на основе их исследований и доступа к секретным материалам. Одним из наиболее значимых аспектов книги является её направленность на эволюцию технологий во время войны. Авторы демонстрируют, как технологические достижения, такие как вертолеты и очки ночного видения, сыграли решающую роль в военных действиях. Они также изучают, как зависимость американских военных от технологий повлияла на исход войны, как положительно, так и отрицательно.
The Pentagon Papers: The Defense Department History of United States Decisionmaking on Vietnam, written by Dr. Daniel Ellsberg and Professor Edward Kay, is a comprehensive history of the American involvement in the Vietnam War, from the early stages of USA intelligtion to the final exition in 1973. Il libro fornisce una descrizione dettagliata di come il governo degli Stati Uniti ha preso decisioni di guerra dal punto di vista del Dipartimento della Difesa e di come tali decisioni siano state influenzate da diversi fattori, come la politica, l'economia e la strategia militare. Il libro inizia con una panoramica del contesto storico della guerra in Vietnam, inclusa la storia del conflitto e la partecipazione degli Stati Uniti. approfondisce poi nei dettagli del processo decisionale, evidenziando i principali sviluppi e sviluppi politici avvenuti durante la guerra. Gli autori forniscono un'analisi approfondita di documenti che includono appunti di servizio, telegrammi e altre comunicazioni ufficiali tra funzionari governativi, signori militari e diplomatici. Offrono inoltre una comprensione delle motivazioni e delle intenzioni delle decisioni prese dal governo degli Stati Uniti sulla base della loro ricerca e dell'accesso a materiali riservati. Uno degli aspetti più significativi del libro è il suo orientamento sull'evoluzione della tecnologia durante la guerra. Gli autori dimostrano come i progressi tecnologici, come gli elicotteri e gli occhiali di visione notturna, abbiano avuto un ruolo cruciale nell'azione militare. Stanno anche studiando come la dipendenza dei militari americani dalla tecnologia abbia influenzato l'esito della guerra, sia positivamente che negativamente.
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