Mountbatten, Cold War and Empire, 1945–79 by Adrian Smith.
In: Journal of Cold War Studies, Jg. 25 (2023-10-01), Heft 4, S. 255-257
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"Mountbatten, Cold War and Empire, 1945–79" by Adrian Smith is a book that explores the life and career of Lord Louis Mountbatten. The book delves into Mountbatten's royal connections, character flaws, and his violent death in 1979. It also examines his role in the Cold War, particularly his understanding of anti-colonial nationalism and his involvement in the partition of India. The book highlights Mountbatten's views on power and powerlessness, including his changing stance on nuclear weapons. Overall, the book offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by the British state during this period. [Extracted from the article]
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Mountbatten, Cold War and Empire, 1945–79 by Adrian Smith.
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Autor/in / Beteiligte Person: | Reynolds, David |
Zeitschrift: | Journal of Cold War Studies, Jg. 25 (2023-10-01), Heft 4, S. 255-257 |
Veröffentlichung: | 2023 |
Medientyp: | academicJournal |
ISSN: | 1520-3972 (print) |
DOI: | 10.1162/jcws_r_01180 |
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