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Davos, World War III, Essential Books, and No Swearing | GoodFellows: John H. Cochrane, Niall Ferguson, H.R. McMaster, and Bill Whalen | Hoover Institution

GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution

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Primary Sources in Historical Research and the Possibility of World War III with China

In this chapter, the speakers discuss the importance of primary sources in historical research and the loss of this habit in public debate. They also explore the potential consequences of a war with China, including the underestimation of its impact on economies and the potential for a confrontation over Taiwan. The discussion touches on Hitler's miscalculation in World War II and the lack of awareness about dependency on China in the US.

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