COLD WAR STUDIES is proud to bring you in-depth articles on Cold War history, culture, and politics. This month we’re giving thanks with our White Paper titled A COLD WAR THANKSGIVING. Maybe you’re one of the ones who wonder about “The Meaning of Thanksgiving.” If so, this White Paper is perfect for you. Our articles talk about the topic in the context of the Cold War. We … [Read More...]
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The Cranberry Scare of 1959
Right before Thanksgiving in 1959 the United States was hit with a different kind of Red Scare. Primed for panic and paranoia by Senator Joseph McCarthy’s red … [Read More...]
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1973 Arab Oil Embargo: Can It Happen Again?
Could it happen again? In 1973, three crises came together to impel what became known as the Arab Oil Embargo. One crisis was political, centering on Richard … [Read More...]
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Israel-Palestine Timelines: 65 BC – 2012
Almost 11 years ago, Cold War Studies published a 9 part series focused on the Israeli-Palestinian relationship from 65 BC through 2012. The posts have been quite popular over the years but, since yesterday and the Hamas invasion of Israel, it's been referred … [Read More...]
The GOATs: 12 Iconic Spy Novelists
Want to escape the humdrum? Here are twelve classic spy genre authors to keep you busy for a year or more. How many have you read? Just a note before beginning: The list below is subjective and selected; it’s not comprehensive, but does include authors from … [Read More...]
The Scary Cold War: 1950s Science Fiction Films
Several things have happened recently that make me think of old science fiction movies. First, the US Defense Department announced that the Pentagon has launched a website for declassified UFO information, including videos and photos. The new site has been … [Read More...]
