National Security and Core Values in American History

Discover a thought-provoking exploration of American exceptionalism in National Security and Core Values in American History by William O. Walker III. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2009, this insightful paperback spans 366 pages and offers a fresh interpretation of how the United States' political economy of expansion intertwined with the quest for national security.

Walker argues that the pursuit of prosperity and safety led U.S. officials to equate global engagement with security, giving rise to a pervasive 'security ethos.' This shift, he contends, has eroded the nation’s core values and diminished public participation in governance. Ideal for readers interested in national security, U.S. foreign relations, and American history, this book invites you to reflect on the implications of these dynamics in today's world.