This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth, chronological overview of issues and policy processes related to U.S. foreign, military, and national security policy during the 20th century.


* Includes lists of National Intelligence Estimates produced by the Central Intelligence Agency on the Soviet threat during the Cold War

* Provides unique tables of key policymakers one and two levels below Cabinet members

* Offers a comprehensive appendix containing brief biographical data of all the figures listed in the guide

* Includes numerous cross-references to the Department of State's Foreign Relations of the United States