Topics for Further Study
- What was the Gulf of Tonkin incident in 1964, and how did it contribute to the escalation of the Vietnam War? What lessons can we learn from the Vietnam War? How does the early 2000s conflict in Iraq compare to the Vietnam War, and in what ways do they differ? Prepare a classroom presentation comparing and contrasting the Vietnam War and the Iraq conflict.
- As of 2005, what is the United States' global mission now that the Cold War has ended? Does the United States have the right to expect other nations to adopt democratic systems? Is democracy always the best form of government? Explain your viewpoint with specific examples.
- When considering threats to the United States, what distinguishes international terrorism by groups like Al Qaeda from Soviet communism? How is the fight against terrorism similar to the fight against communism, and how does it differ? What is the most effective way to combat international terrorism?
- Research the Cold War and discuss the various reasons proposed for why the United States emerged victorious while the Soviet Union collapsed. What roles did President Ronald Reagan and Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev play? Write a compare and contrast paper on Reagan and Gorbachev.
- Choose any international issue and write a short story, in the style of The Ugly American, illustrating two different approaches to solving the problem: one that is foolish and counterproductive and another that is wise and effective. The issue can range from global warming to nuclear proliferation or the AIDS epidemic.
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