Cold War Public Diplomacy: Strategies and Narratives

This chapter examines the historical context of public diplomacy during the Cold War, focusing on the contrasting approaches of Britain and America. It highlights General Sir John Hackett's fictional narrative of a potential World War III, underscoring the military preparations and political tensions of the era. The discussion further explores the geopolitical dynamics, including China's maneuvers against the Soviet Union and the implications for military strategies, particularly concerning NATO and the Arab Cold War.