Instructions in Document titled “HIST Question Instructions”
The primary concern of American foreign policy since World War II has been the sustained Cold War conflict. What were the fundamental issues and ideological perspectives that led to this situation? Evaluate major milestones, controversies and legacies of this period. Pay specific attention to constitutional separation of powers issues and the impact of public pressure upon events. How did the non-aligned movement as well as regional disputes and resource issues demonstrate the need to expand beyond the rigid ideological parameters of the cold war focus? What led to the demise of the Cold War and how has the nation responded to regional developments within the new challenges presented by international relations?