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Book SynopsisThere is more to defense than military might and more to the military than a fighting force. At a moment of global upheaval and political uncertainty, this timely volume defines and reframes the terms of defense engagement - the use of military capabilities to exert soft power (influence) as opposed to hard power (military force).
Trade ReviewDefense diplomacy is an understudied and underappreciated role of the armed forces. This volume highlights how defense diplomacy has worked over time and in a number of different historical contexts. As an introduction to the practical applications and issues involved, this book is both a useful and stimulating read." - Matthew C. Ford, senior lecturer, University of Sussex
"There is much talk about 'bridge books' that scholars, practitioners, and interested general readers can all learn from and value. There is even more talk about 'filling a gap in our knowledge.' Some books achieve one of those objectives.
Defense Engagement since 1900 is a rare and impressive example of a volume that does both." - Brian P. Farrell, professor of history, National University of Singapore
