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Letter From...: 11/07/2010

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Reflecting on the relationship between political and military leaders.

David Cannadine reflects on the relationship between political and military leaders, comparing British, American and world history. 

He traces the tensions between presidents, prime ministers and commanders of the armed forces and he illuminates the times when military men have crossed the line into politics.

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