France and the United States: Their Diplomatic Relations, 1789-1914

by Henry Blumenthal

In his discussion of political, economic, and ideological questions, Blumenthal emphasizes the period since 1870, and in his analysis of expansionism, colonialism, imperialism, and political strategy, he relates Franco-American diplomacy to the interactions of Great Britain, Russia, Germany, Japan, and other powers. This book is essential for an understanding of contemporary relations between France and America.

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Genres: 19th Century

328 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1959

About the author

A specialist in the history of Franco-American relations, Henry Blumenthal was professor of history at Rutgers University, where he taught from 1949 until his death. A native of Germany, Blumenthal earned his AB at the University of Berlin in 1933, and his MA (1943) and Ph.D. (1949) at the University of California at Berkeley.

Reviews

[Parker North · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book. Read it for reference for future reading. Want to look more into Ben Franklin in France during Revolutionary War. Also want to read up on French ambassadors to the US, especially Jean Jules Jusserand who was close friends with Theodore Roosevelt.