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Paul Thomas Chamberlin, "Scorched Earth: A Global History of World War II" (Basic Books, 2025)

New Books in Diplomatic History

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Turning Points and the Fragility of International Order in WWII

This chapter examines the nuances of Hawaii's status within the U.S. during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and its implications for World War II. It highlights critical events like the fall of France that influenced American leaders to move away from isolationism and reassess their role in global affairs.

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