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How the US learned to love sanctions

Today, Explained

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Sanctions: A Historical Paradox

This chapter explores the historical context of economic sanctions, tracing their origins post-World War I and their evolution during the Great Depression. It highlights the unintended consequences of sanctions, particularly how they fueled nationalism and aggression in nations like Germany and Japan, shaping significant geopolitical events.

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