Transatlantic Relations and the Great War: Austria-Hungary and the United States

Transatlantic Relations and the Great War explores the relationship between the Danube Monarchy of Austria-Hungary and the modern US democracy, highlighting how diplomatic events in 1918 could have taken an alternative course. It provides a narrative account of Austrian-Hungarian relations with the US and demonstrates how ignorance of the Dual Monarchy was prevalent in both countries.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Transatlantic Relations and the Great War delves into the intricate web of connections between the Danube Monarchy of Austria-Hungary and the modern United States democracy, tracing the evolution of this relationship over decades until it culminated in a dramatic rupture. As the First World War reached its conclusion in late 1918, the Mid-European Union emerged to fill the void left in Central and Eastern Europe as the ancient Danube Monarchy of Austria-Hungary teetered on the brink of collapse. Just one year prior, in December 1917, the United States officially declared war on Austria-Hungary, resulting in the swift categorization of millions of immigrants from the Habsburg Empire as enemy aliens within the US. This groundbreaking book challenges traditional historiography by exploring how a series of largely diplomatic events in the fateful year 1918 could have unfolded differently. In addition to providing a narrative account of Austrian-Hungarian relations with the US in the years preceding the outbreak of the First World War, the author also highlights the profound ignorance of both the US and Austria-Hungary regarding each other's affairs.

This book serves as a valuable resource for students and scholars engaged in the study of modern European and US history, diplomatic relations, and war studies. It sheds light on the complex dynamics that shaped the transatlantic relationship during a pivotal period, offering insights into the historical, political, and cultural factors that contributed to the outbreak of the Great War and its aftermath. By examining the interplay between the Danube Monarchy and the US, Transatlantic Relations and the Great War provides a fresh perspective on the complex and multifaceted history of the 20th century.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032064130