Dulles Brothers: Shaping Geopolitics

This chapter explores the formative experiences of the Dulles brothers and their roles in shaping international relations after World War I. It critiques the naivety of youthful confidence in significant geopolitical decisions, particularly the implications of the Sykes-Picot Treaty on the Middle East. The narrative highlights the personal and socio-economic factors influencing their hardline anti-communist stances and emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of their political legacies.