Examines American involvement in the wars and revolutions of the twentieth century from the point of view of ordinary people as well as the policies and resistances that have characterized the war on terror and that shape the United States of America today. Includes a final chapter updating United States history to the present moment.
General Note
Includes index.
Includes index.
Content Note
Class struggle -- World War I -- Hard times -- World War II -- Black revolt and civil rights -- Vietnam -- Surprises -- Under control? -- Politics as usual -- Resistance -- The end of the twentieth century -- The "war on terrorism" -- War in Iraq, conflict at home -- "Rise like lions.".