South America and the War by F. A. Kirkpatrick
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About this eBook
| Author | Kirkpatrick, F. A. (Frederick Alexander), 1861-1953 |
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| LoC No. | 19000924 |
| Title | South America and the War |
| Note | Reading ease score: 46.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "South America and the War" by F. A. Kirkpatrick is an historical account written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the impact of World War I on Latin America, particularly focusing on German activities and influence in the region during the war. It aims to provide insights into Latin America’s political dynamics and economic conditions amidst the global conflict. At the start of the book, the author outlines the geographical, political, and economic landscape of Latin America prior to and during World War I. He emphasizes the significance of the region as both an area of German "peaceful penetration" and a vital source of raw materials. The opening sections set the stage for a detailed examination of the interactions between Latin American states and foreign powers, particularly Germany, as well as the evolving dynamics of trade and diplomacy in response to the war's pressures. Kirkpatrick highlights the urgency of addressing these issues, given the growing diplomatic tensions and economic competition driven by the war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Latin America |
| Subject | Latin America -- Economic conditions |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38793 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 139 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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