Includes bibliographical references (pages 115-124) and index.
Summary
Discusses the major social, political, and technological changes that occurred in the United States as a result of various wars from the Revolution to the Gulf War.
Contents
After the revolution -- Fighting for territory -- Between wars -- Rebuilding -- Rebels and reformers -- The aftermath of World War I -- In the shadow of the atomic bomb -- A shell-shocked society -- After the Cold War.