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Hsiao-Ting Lin

Taiwan, the United States, and the Hidden History of the Cold War in Asia: Divided Allies

Taiwan, the United States, and the Hidden History of the Cold War in Asia: Divided Allies

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This book explores the challenges and fluctuations of the U.S.-Taiwan alliance during the Cold War, highlighting the impact of mainland counteroffensive, offshore islands, Tibet, secret operations, Soviet and nuclear gambits, Chinese representation in the UN, and the Vietnam War. It reevaluates Taiwans foreign policy using multinational archival research and emphasizes the dictatorial and incompetent nature of the Chinese Nationalist regime.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This comprehensive book delves into the intricate challenges faced by the United States and Taiwan alliance during the Cold War, spanning the vibrant decade between the 1950s and 1970s. It explores a wide range of events and influences that shaped the complex dynamics of this crucial period. By examining seven key topics, this volume sheds light on the fluctuations of the U.S.-Taiwan relationship, highlighting the impact of the mainland counteroffensive, the offshore islands, Tibet, Taiwan's secret operations in Asia, its Soviet and nuclear gambits, Chinese representation in the United Nations, and the Vietnam War. Through meticulous archival research, particularly utilizing the newly available materials from Taiwan and the United States, this study reevaluates Taiwan's foreign policy during the Cold War, unveiling a pragmatic and opportunistic approach disguised in nationalistic rhetoric. Moreover, this study departs from previous scholarship, emphasizing the dictatorial and incompetent nature of the Chinese Nationalist regime, offering fresh insights into the intricate dynamics of U.S.-Taiwan relations. Presented in a revisionist perspective, this book will be an invaluable resource for scholars and students of Chinese and East Asia History, Cold War History, Asian Studies, and International Relations, providing a deeper understanding of this pivotal era.

Weight: 530g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032134994

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