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The United States Great Britain And The Status Of Thailand (Siam), 1940-1946, Peter Goodwin

History Theses & Dissertations

This paper traces the changes in the attitudes and policies of the United States towards the Southeast Asian country of Thailand during the Second World War. From a position of indifference the United States assumed an active role in the emergence of Thailand as a sovereign nation at the conclusion of the war, encouraging pro-American factions and opposing a traditional power of the area, Great Britain.

The emphasis of the paper is on the different attitudes held by Britain and the United States and the efforts to reconcile them. The British expected recompense by the Thais for allying themselves with …

The Trial Of General Tomoyuki Yamashita: A Case Study In Command Responsibility, L. H. Redford

History Theses & Dissertations

The case of General 'Tomoyuki Yamashita, the subject of this thesis, established a precedent in international law, at least so far as the United States respected that law, Its successful prosecution prepared the way for the prosecution of numerous, subsequent war crimes cases, upon a standard of liability developed and approved by the United States in Yamashita, and without regard for the attenuated procedural protections granted in American civil courts. General Mac-Arthur played an important part in Yamashita’s trial, and this essay shall also discuss the extent of his interest and involvement in the case.

General Douglas Macarthur And The Philippine Army, James Allen Walker

History Theses & Dissertations

Abstract unavailable.

American Policy And The Netherlands East Indies, 1940-1945, Buford A. Harris

History Theses & Dissertations

Abstract unavailable.

The Marshall Mission Of 1946 American Intervention In The Chinese Civil War, Laren W. Metzer

All Master's Theses

The thesis traces the development of the Marshall mission from its inception in late 1945 to its failure in late 1946. Concentrating on Chinese internal affairs, the thesis examines the reaction of the Nationalists and Communists to mediation, and reveals the sources of failure of American policy. The concluding chapter views American China policy within the context of the civil war and suggests that the mission was incapable of altering the historical processes of the Chinese revolution.

The Diplomatic Stalemate Of Japan And The United States: 1941, David Hoien Overby

Dissertations and Theses

This thesis contends from the time of September 1940 to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the United States and Japan offered each no workable concessions that might have deterred war. A stalemate was finally established between the two countries. The position of the Japanese nation was to expand and control "Greater East-Asia," while the position the United States held was one that claimed all nations should uphold certain basic principles of democracy, that all nations should honor the sanctity of treaties," and that they should treat neighboring countries in a friendly fashion.

This thesis also contends that Yosuke Matsuoka …

The Influence Of The South On United States China Policy, 1946-49, Arnest Clayton Thompson

History Theses & Dissertations

Abstract unavailable.

The History Of The Japanese In Seattle And Its Environs: First Arrival To 1940, Peter Armstrong Vall-Spinosa

All Master's Theses

This study is an effort to give an historical perspective on the Japanese living in the Puget Sound region up to 1940.

The Effect Of Presidential Action On Popular Support Of Foreign Policy: The Case Of Vietnam, William Hines Jr.

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Explicitly stated the hypothesis that was tested was as follows: The relationship between Presidential action and an increase in public support for the President on matters of Vietnam policy is equal to zero.

Presidential action was viewed as any major development in Policy (whether it be military or political) toward the war. Furthermore, any major speech by the President or other high governmental official reaffirming the government's course of action was posited into the category of Presidential action. In order for the speech to be considered "major" it either had to have been broadcast over nationwide television or widely disseminated …

The Impact Of The Immigration Act Of 1924 On American-Japanese Relations, Mazika E. Anthony

History Theses & Dissertations

The abrogation of the Gentlemen's Agreement. and the manner in which it was achieved deeply hurt Japanese pride, which had reached new proportions in the 20th century. The American action was interpreted as a deliberate affront to a friendly nation, and upset the traditional amity which had characterized American-Japanese relations since the opening of Japan by 'Commodore Mathew C. Perry. It is the aim of this paper to show the extent of anti-Japanese agitation in the United States, the impact of the Immigration Act of 1924 on American-Japanese relations, and its relationship to the conflict which developed between the two …

Patrick Hurley And China Policy, Bruce W. Platz

History Theses & Dissertations

Abstract unavailable.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 47, No. 17, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

This issue contains articles:

• Miss Western Title Attracts 22 Coeds; Finals Set February 10
• Debaters Prep for Tournament
• Whitaker, Dave. John Houseman, Noted Producer-Director, Booked to Lecture on Campus February 6
• Bulletin Lists Registration Procedures
• Benningfield, Ron. Soviets Use Cybernetics to Speed World Control
• Steve Ealy Wins Ogden Contest
• Kerr, Janice. Transfer Enrollment Up 24 Per Cent
• Rowe, Janet. Mini Skirt Consequences Many Colds, Doctor Bills
• Art Exhibition Now on Display – David Novak
• Edwin Phelps, Frank Bruton Honored as Top Cadets
• Evans, Rex. No Budget Hampers Lawmakers
• Registration …

Diplomacy And Prejudice: A Seventy-One Year Survey Of Japanese-American Relations, Craig M. Chambers

Masters Theses

No abstract provided.

The Harvest Field, Howard L. Schug, Don H. Morris

Stone-Campbell Books

No abstract provided.

Ua3/2/1 Correspondence Re: James Oshiro, Wku President's Office - Garrett, Albert Chandler, Cordell Hull

WKU Administration Documents

Correspondence between WKU president Paul Garrett, A.B. Chandler, Cordell Hull and members of the U.S. Treasury Department regarding frozen assets of Ryokei Nakamura uncle of Japanese American student James Oshiro during World War II.

Ua3/2/1 Prayer For World War Ii, Sindar Gokhale

WKU Administration Documents

Letter from Sindar Gokhale of Poona City, India to the mayor of Bowling Green transmitting 3 copies of a prayer for the return of the 1918 victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Prayers were to be distributed to the public library, Ogden College and Western Kentucky University.

Letter From Henry B. Armes To James T. Dubois, August 28, 1909, Henry B. Armes

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Private Secretary of the Assistant Secretary of State to James T. DuBois concerning a note about Mr. Bryan.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To James R. Morse, August 4, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to James R. Morse concerning the appointment of personnel to the foreign service.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To J. P. Morgan And Company, July 29, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to J. P. Morgan and Company concerning a bill for a copy of a book that was sent.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Leonard E. Reibold, July 28, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Charles Richard Crane

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to Leonard E. Reibold concerning a meeting with Charles R. Crane.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Thomas J. O'Brien, July 28, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to Thomas J. O'Brien concerning a box of jade and a contingent fund.

Memorandum Regarding A Congressional Appropriation For The State Department, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Organization of the State Department

The document is a typed memorandum concerning the necessity of expanding the State Department, particularly the Bureau of Trade Relations.

Letter From Leonard E. Reibold To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, July 19, 1909, Leonard E. Reibold

Charles Richard Crane

The document is a typed letter from Leonard E. Reibold to the Assistant Secretary of State concerning the possibility of an interview with Charles R. Crane, the new U.S. Minister to China.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Henry P. Bowie, June 22, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to Henry P. Bowie concerning Tokyo and lunch with Bowie's brother.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Ransford Stevens Miller, Jr., June 22, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to Ransford S. Miller concerning recent appointments in Asia and salaries.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To B. Kroupensky, June 18, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to B. Kroupensky concerning an introduction of two Russian commanders to William Howard Taft.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Philander C. Knox, June 14, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Correspondence With Philander C. Knox

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to Philander C. Knox concerning Frederic Delano's declining of the position of U.S. Minister to China.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To William Howard Taft, June 14, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to President Taft concerning Frederic Delano's declining of an offer to be Ambassador to China.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Clay Maccauley, June 11, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to Dr. Clay MacCauley concerning a letter of introduction to Thomas O'Brien.

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Thomas J. O'Brien, June 11, 1909, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

Other Correspondence

The document is a carbon copy of a typed letter from the Assistant Secretary of State to Thomas O'Brien introducing Dr. Clay MacCauley.