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Las fuerzas del orden
by Malcolm DeasEn estos doce ensayos escritos en las últimas dos décadas, Malcom Deas habla sobre historia militar y económica en Colombia historia política venezolana y fronteras y choques culturales en las Américas. Con gran sentido de los contextos y un uso perspicaz de las fuentes este texto ilumina personajes, hechos y fuerzas, que en su mayoría comprenden episodios de finales de la Colonia y de las posteriores jóvenes repúblicas. La prosa de Malcolm Deas se nutre de sutil ironía y humor lúcido, y sus ensayos, por polémicos que resulten, tienen la ventaja de ser entretenidos. Armas, letras, economistas y tempranas economías, historia electoral, Francisco Miranda -el pensador y el militar-, fronteras culturales en América, y hasta el traslado de los huesos de Jorge Isaacs, se conjugan en un libro abierto a los descubrimientos. Su diversidad y amplitud componen un panorama que anima a la historia comparada, y que individualmente, y en suma, son una defensa del ensayo como género.
Mission Box
by Aris AlexandrouSymbolically powerful, incisively poetic, Mission Box is a Kafkaesque Odyssey of yearning and disillusionment, aspiration and despair, which placed Aris Alexandrou at the forefront of Greek fiction in our time. Alexandrou' s presence in contemporary Greek letters was strongly felt in his distinguished translatios of poetry and fiction from Russian, French, and English, in his powerful verse, and finally- in the capstone of his career- the remarkable novel, Mission Box ( To kivotio, 1974 ). Amidst the turmoil at the end of the Greek Civil War of 1946-1949, the anonymous narrator of the novel, writing his "deposition" in solitary confinement, attempts to discover the truth regarding the abortive mission of which he is the sole survivor. As he strives to exonerate himself and incriminate his political adversaries, the narrator presents a vivid account of the mission involving the transport of a box whose contents are secret but are alleged to be of crucial strategic significance. The narrator strikingly juxtaposes ordinary incidents of barracks life to machinations of Party intrigue, as well as scenes of joy and heartbreak in his relationship with his wife, Rena.In turn, there are moving memories of school days with his pals Christophoros and Alekos (who are also companions in the resistance), inspiring experiences of youthful idealism, and moments of anguish and insight in his lonely cell. Brimming with existential and ideological implications, Mission Box is a memorable literary experience, a telling allegory of issues which have a continuing impact on our lives. Translated by Robert Crist.
The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru
by Tony BanhamAlmost 2,000 British Prisoners of War were aboard the Japanese freighter Lisbon Maru when an American submarine torpedoed and sank her in October 1942. This book tells the story of those men, from the fighting in Hong Kong, through the sinking, and for some, to liberation and beyond. Although never previously studied in any depth, the sinking of the Lisbon Maru was the most costly American on British "Friendly Fire" incident of the Second World War. Of the 4,500 of Hong Kong's garrison who perished during the war, 1,000 died directly or indirectly from this sinking. From American, British, Hong Kong and Japanese sources, this book reconstructs the fateful voyage of the Lisbon Maru, and the experiences of the captives, the captors, and those on board the submarine that sank her. The book will be of interest to anyone wishing to know more about the "Hellships" that caused the deaths of almost 20,000 Allied Prisoners of War during the Second World War, or the experiences of Allied POWs in Japan.
East River Column
by Chan Sui-JeungHong Kong's story in the Second World War has been predominantly told as a story of the British forces and their defeat on Christmas Day 1941. But there is another story: the Chinese guerrilla forces who harassed the Japanese throughout the occupation played a crucial part in the escapes from Hong Kong's prisoner of war camps and in rescuing Allied airmen. This neglected part of Hong Kong's war is Chan Sui-jeung's topic in this pioneering book informed by his many contacts with participants in the guerrilla warfare. The guerrilla group usually described as the East River Column gathered momentum in 1937 after China and Japan embarked on full-fledged war. Chan reports on its precursors and the formation of more formal structures that provided the basis for the guerrilla activities in Hong Kong between 1941 and 1945. Just as the guerrilla's story starts before the Second World War, so it goes on after 1945 and is entwined with the civil war and the establishment of the People's Republic of China. An important and valuable part of this book recounts how the leaders of the East River Column fared in the period up to and after the Communist victory. The book also sheds new light on the struggle between the Guangdong party members and the cadres from the north and 'the problem of Guangdong' as it was characterized by Mao Zedong. This book thus finally gives due prominence to the role of the Chinese guerrillas in Hong Kong during the war, while at the same time setting that struggle into the broader contexts of Guangdong province, the long war between China and Japan, and the victory of the Communists and the early years of their rule in the South.
Hong Kong Internment, 1942-1945
by Geoffrey Charles Emerson'Hong Kong Internment, 1942-1945: Life in the Japanese Civilian Camp at Stanley' tells the story of the more than three thousand non-Chinese civilians: British, American, Dutch and others, who were trapped in the British colony and interned behind barbed wire in Stanley Internment Camp from 1942 to 1945. From 1970 to 1972, while researching for his MA thesis, the author interviewed twenty-three former Stanley internees. During these meetings, the internees talked about their lives in the Stanley Camp during the Japanese occupation. Long regarded as an invaluable reference and frequently consulted as a primary source on Stanley since its completion in 1973, the study is now republished with a new introduction and fresh discussions that recognize later work and information released since the original thesis was written. Additional illustrations, including a new map and photographs, as well as an up-to-date bibliography, have also been included in the book.
The Three Leaps of Wang Lun
by C. D. Godwin Alfred DoblinIn 1915, fourteen years before Berlin Alexanderplatz, Alfred Döblin published his first novel, an extensively researched Chinese historical extravaganza: The Three Leaps of Wang Lun. Even more remarkably, given its subject matter, the book was written in Expressionist style and is now considered the first modern German novel, as well as the first Western novel to depict a China untouched by the West. It is virtually unknown in English. Based on actual accounts of a doomed rebellion during the reign of Emperor Qianlong in the late 18th century, the novel tells the story of Wang Lun, a historical martial arts master and charismatic leader of the White Lotus sect, who leads a futile revolt of the "Truly Powerless." Densely packed cities and Tibetan wastes, political intrigue and religious yearning, imperial court life and the fate of wandering outcasts are depicted in a language of enormous vigor and matchless imagination, unfolding the theme of timidity against force, and a mystical sense of the world against the realities of power.
Victor Kugler: The Man Who Hid Anne Frank
by Rick Kardonne Eda ShapiroOf all the personalities associated with Anne Frank, the most important figure, without whom Anne Frank would never have been able to write her diary, is perhaps the least known. He is Victor Kugler, the Mr. Kraler of the diary. The principal business partner of Otto Frank, Victor Kugler assumed managerial control of the Franks' Amsterdam spice-importing business when Nazi persecution forced the Frank family into hiding. It was Victor Kugler who kept the business going and obtained food rations under what was the harshest German wartime occupation in all of Western Europe. Without Victor Kugler, Anne Frank and her family would have starved to death a month after going into hiding.
Contemporary Logistics in China: New Horizon and New Blueprint (Current Chinese Economic Report Series)
by Bing-Lian Liu Ling Wang Shao-Ju Lee Ping Chen Xiao-Mei JiangThis book is the sixth volume in a series entitled "Contemporary Logistics in China," authored by researchers at the Logistics Center, Nankai University. In the spirit of the five preceding volumes, published annually in previous years, this book carries on the ideal of providing a systematic exposition on the development of logistics in China to the English-speaking community. Specifically, this volume captures China's logistics development at a crucial turning point. On the one hand, it echoes the new horizon advocated by the Government's One-Belt-One-Road Initiative for global cooperation; on the other, it resonates with the new blueprint of implementing the main contents of the 13th Five-year Plan on logistics development. Subjects covered include the macro-factors pertaining to logistics development, region-specific plans, industry-wide transformation, globally oriented moves, and current hot topics. Expositions and analyses on these subjects are based on the latest available sources and statistical data. As with the previous volumes, the ultimate aim of this book is to present a timely portrait of the rapid growth of China's logistics market and the status of its logistics industry's evolution. In so doing, this book offers an in-depth analysis of the critical issues and dilemmas amid the ongoing, dynamic and multi-faceted development, and presents a valuable reference source for interested readers in the academic and professional fields.
Essentials of Aircraft Armaments
by Mrinal Kaushik Prashanth Reddy HanmaiahgariThis book aims to provide a complete exposure about armaments from their design to launch from the combat aircraft. The book details modern ammunition and their tactical roles in warfare. The proposed book discusses aerodynamics, propulsion, structural as well as navigation, control, and guidance of aircraft armament. It also introduces the various types of ammunition developed by different countries and their changing trends. The book imparts knowledge in the field of design, and development of aircraft armaments to aerospace engineers and covers the role of the United Nations in peacekeeping and disarmament. The book will be very useful to researchers, students, and professionals working in design and manufacturing of aircraft armaments. The book will also serve air force and naval aspirants, and those interested in working on defence research and developments organizations.
The Maritime Defence of China: Ming General Qi Jiguang and Beyond
by Y.H. Teddy SimThis edited volume explores the larger maritime and security environment during and beyond the time of Chinese military general Qi Jiguang’s enterprise. While serving as a historiography and biography of Qi Jiguang, the book also elaborates on the doctrinal applications of his ideas. Essays in this volume contribute to the field of China studies in light of the increased frequency of news relating to the maritime and military affairs in the region in the post-2000 period. It provides a specialist perspective to the uneven study of Qi Jiguang and maritime/military studies, while also satisfying the desire of the layman to understand the current political security situation in East Asia in the context of the longer term historical developments.
Disruptive Technologies for the Militaries and Security (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #132)
by Ajey LeleThis book debates and discusses the present and future of Disruptive Technologies in general and military Disruptive Technologies in particular. Its primary goal is to discuss various critical and advanced elucidations on strategic technologies. The focus is less on extrapolating the future of technology in a strict sense, and more on understanding the Disruptive Technology paradigm. It is widely accepted that technology alone cannot win any military campaign or war. However, technological superiority always offers militaries an advantage. More importantly, technology also has a great deterrent value. Hence, on occasion, technology can help to avoid wars. Accordingly, it is important to effectively manage new technologies by identifying their strategic utility and role in existing military architectures and the possible contributions they could make towards improving overall military capabilities. This can also entail doctrinal changes, so as to translate these new technologies into concrete advantages.
The 1937 – 1938 Nanjing Atrocities
by Suping LuThis book presents a comprehensive overview of the Nanjing Massacre, together with an in-depth analysis of various aspects of the event and related issues. Drawing on original source materials collected from various national archives, national libraries, church historical society archives, and university libraries in China, Japan, Germany, United Kingdom and the United States, it represents the first English-language academic attempt to analyze the Nanjing Massacre in such detail and scope.The book examines massacres and other killings, in addition to other war crimes, such as rape, looting, and burning. These atrocities are then explored further via a historical analysis of Chinese survivors’ testimony, Japanese soldiers’ diaries, Westerners’ eyewitness accounts, the news coverage from American and British correspondents, and American, British and German diplomatic dispatches. Further, the book explores issues such as the role and function of the International Committee for Nanking Safety Zone, burial records of massacre victims, post-war military tribunals, controversies over the Nanjing Massacre, and the 100-Man Killing Contest.This book is intended for all researchers, scholars, graduate and undergraduate students, and members of the general public who are interested in Second World War issues, Sino-Japanese conflicts, Sino-Japan relations, war crimes, atrocity and holocaust studies, military tribunals for war crimes, Japanese atrocities in China, and the Nanjing Massacre.
Australian War Graves Workers and World War One: Devoted Labour for the Lost, the Unknown but not Forgotten Dead
by Fred Cahir Sara Weuffen Matt Smith Peter Bakker Jo CaminitiThis book relays the largely untold story of the approximately 1,100 Australian war graves workers whose job it was to locate, identify exhume and rebury the thousands of Australian soldiers who died in Europe during the First World War. It tells the story of the men of the Australian Graves Detachment and the Australian Graves Service who worked in the period 1919 to 1922 to ensure that grieving families in Australia had a physical grave which they could mourn the loss of their loved ones. By presenting biographical vignettes of eight men who undertook this work, the book examines the mechanics of the commemoration of the Great War and extends our understanding of the individual toll this onerous task took on the workers themselves.
Image, Imagination and Imaginarium: Remapping World War II Monuments in Greater China
by Lu PanThis book explores five cases of monument and public commemorative space related to World War II (WWII) in contemporary China (Mainland), Hong Kong and Taiwan, all of which were built either prior to or right after the end of the War and their physical existence still remains. Through the study on the monuments, the project illustrates past and ongoing controversies and contestations over Chinese nation, sovereignty, modernism and identity. Despite their historical affinities, the three societies in question, namely, Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, vary in their own ways of telling, remembering and forgetting WWII. These divergences are not only rooted in their different political circumstances and social experiences, but also in their current competitions, confrontations and integrations. This book will be of great interest to historians, sinologists and analysts of new Asian nationalism.
A Global History of Warfare and Technology: From Slings to Robots
by Kaushik RoyThis book addresses the global history of technology, warfare and state formation from the Stone Age to the Information Age. Using a combination of top-down and bottom-up methodologies, it examines both interstate and intrastate conflicts with a focus on Eurasian technology and warfare. It shows how human agency and structural factors have intertwined, creating a complex web of technology and warfare. It also explores the interplay between technological and non-technological factors to chart the evolution of warfare from its origins to the present day, arguing that the interactions between civilian and military sectors have shaped the use of technology in warfare. Given its scope and depth, it is a valuable resource for researchers in fields such as world history, history of science and technology, history of warfare and imperialism and international relations.
Portuguese Colonial Military in India: Apparition of Control, 1750--1850
by Teddy Y.H. SimThis book explores and analyzes developments in the military institution, military engagements as well as the larger security environment of (including non-war violence and maritime regions linking to) the Portuguese Empire in India. These developments occurred under the onslaught of the early modern globalization. The research shows that far from being dilapidated or archaic, the Portuguese colonial military there kept up with some developments in technology and organization in a competitive environment. Although the colonial military was not the most important reason in accounting for the survival of the Portuguese Estado da Índia, nor was the military profession the most lucrative occupation, the Portuguese experience gave indication of how a colonial state and society was able to survive against coalescing threats from the position of weakness. Located in the period and geographical region of the wax and waning of the Mughal and Maratha empires, Portuguese India was not necessarily a more violent place than the surrounding territories although resistance to and uprising against the Portuguese was usually underestimated. Beginning from the attempt at political and military centralization (and standardization) in the eighteenth century, the abolition of the army of the Estado da Índia in the nineteenth marked nominally the end of an era that may have a reverberation on the pacifist perception of Goa today.
From Allies to Enemies: Spain, Japan and the Axis in World War II (New Directions in East Asian History)
by Florentino RodaoTo understand the turnaround in Spain’s stance towards Japan during World War II, this book goes beyond mutual contacts and explains through images, representations, and racism why Madrid aimed at declaring war on Japan but not against the III Reich -as London ironically replied when it learned of Spain’s warmongering against one of the Axis members.
China’s War in Korea: Strategic Culture and Geopolitics (New Directions in East Asian History)
by Xiaobing LiThis book re-visits the history of the Korean War of 1950-1953 from a Chinese perspective, examining Chinese strategy and exploring why China sent three million troops to Korea, in Mao’s words, to “defend the homeland and safeguard the country”—giving rise to what became the war’s common name in China. It also looks into the relatively neglected historical factors which have redefined China’s security concerns and strategic culture. Using newly available sources from China and the former Soviet Union, the book considers how interactive the parameters of defense changes were in a foreign war against Western powers, how flexible Chinese strategy was in the context of its intervention, and how expansive its strategic cultural repertoire was at the crucial moment to “defend the country.” Providing a re-examination of China’s military decisions and strategy evolution, this text narrates the story of successive generations of Chinese leaders and provides a key insight into security issues in China and Northeast Asia today.
Ascending to Space: Critical Perspectives from New Zealand and other Nations (Space Law and Policy)
by Maria A. PozzaThis book explores multidisciplinary perspectives on critical issues in space from the viewpoints of New Zealand and other nations. It brings together the topics examined at the Otago Foreign Policy School 2022 by both domestic and international experts in the area of space, and includes the opening address on space policy delivered by the Minister of Foreign Affairs. This book takes a multidisciplinary approach to New Zealand’s growing space sector in conjunction with other nations’ perspectives on space. It encompasses space science, military and defence matters, space tourism and astronaut rescue, and international legal and policy frameworks, while taking into account future considerations. Readers such as academics, students, policy advisers, diplomats, government officials and others engaged in the field of space will find value in this book. It will appeal to think tanks and international institutions grappling with the complexities that are presented by the outer space domain.
Friendship Across the Seas: The US Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force
by Naoyuki AgawaThis Open Access book describes the history of the relationship between the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), the heir to the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN), and the United States Navy (US Navy), with a focus on the individuals who helped build it. Former enemies who fought fiercely on the seas and in the air during the Pacific War, the two navies came to respect each other in action. Soon after the war, when the Cold War turned hot, they began to work together as allies, driven by their respective national interests. With the generous assistance of the US Navy, the JMSDF was established as its counterpart. Over the years, these two navies have gradually built strong ties. Individual officers and sailors on both sides overcame mixed feelings about their erstwhile foes to feel respect for and trust in each other. This was made possible by conducting countless joint exercises and operations at sea. US Navy leaders began to realize that this small maritime force, notwithstanding domestic political, constitutional, and legal limitations, does its job well, is reliable, and can be fully trusted. The JMSDF realized that, sharing common interests and values, there was no better navy in the Asia-Pacific region to ally with. Over seventy years of accumulated shared experiences have transformed this into perhaps the most successful navy-to-navy partnership in the world. The US-Japan maritime alliance today is anchored in this history. Numerous admirals, officers, and sailors of the two navies working together have greatly contributed to the stability and prosperity of the Asia-Pacific region for the past seven decades. This book is intended for readers interested in the history of US-Japan relations and for naval officers and sailors from the US and other countries. It is the author’s sincere desire that they read this book and appreciate the longstanding cooperation between the JMSDF and the US Navy.
Developments and Advances in Defense and Security: MICRADS 2023 (Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies #380)
by Álvaro Rocha Carlos Hernán Fajardo-Toro José María Riola RodríguezThis book gathers the proceedings of the Multidisciplinary International Conference of Research Applied to Defense and Security (MICRADS 2023), held at Graduate School of the Colombian Air Force, in Bogota, Colombia, during July 6–8, 2023. It covers a broad range of topics in systems, communication, and defense; strategy and political–administrative vision in defense; and engineering and technologies applied to defense. Given its scope, it offers a valuable resource for practitioners, researchers, and students alike.
Batallas de Malvinas: Todos los combates de la Guerra del Atlántico Sur
by Pablo CamogliUna obra imprescindible para que la guerra de Malvinas deje de ser una parte silenciada de nuestra historia cercana. ¿Cuál fue el significado de la guerra de Malvinas? ¿Se trató de una lucha justa contra un dominio colonial anacrónico o no fue más que la estrategia de escape de un régimen dictatorial que ya no podía ocultar su crisis? Encontrar las respuestas a estas preguntas no es tarea fácil. La necesidad de pasar de las emociones al juicio objetivo es todavía un desafío pendiente para la sociedad, que, embanderada en la causa desde una u otra posición, llena con ideología los análisis y favorece de ese modo la existencia de ese #manto de neblina# que cubre todavía los sucesos de una guerra cruda, disputada en tierras inhóspitas. Pablo Camogli se propone ayudar a descorrer ese velo mediante la exposición detallada de los hechos bélicos, porque #sin las bombas, sin la muerte, sin el hambre y el frío, ningún análisis estaría completo, ninguna conclusión sería acertada#. Tras una minuciosa investigación, enriquecida con testimonios de los protagonistas, Batallas de Malvinas cuestiona medias verdades y mitos difundidos tras la guerra para favorecer intereses políticos parciales. Revela qué pasó durante esos setenta y cuatro días, con qué capacidad militar se contó y cómo fue utilizada, cuál fue el espíritu de los soldados frente al enemigo, cómo actuaron las Fuerzas Armadas como institución y también de manera individual, sobre todo a la hora del combate, cuál fue el planteo estratégico y con qué tácticas se lo llevó a cabo.
Batallas entre hermanos: Todos los combates de las guerras civiles argentinas
by Pablo CamogliUn recorrido por más de cien años de luchas civiles en el proceso de surgimiento de la nación y la construcción del Estado argentino. «En 1813, una lucha entre dos grupos de guaraníes acabó en un enfrentamiento armado. Los protagonistas nunca lo sabrían, pero este conflicto marcó el inicio de la guerra civil en la Argentina. Sólo 101 años después, esa guerra tendría su conclusión formal.» Este libro recorre esos más de cien años de luchas fratricidas, para develar el papel central que los enfrentamientos armados tuvieron en el surgimiento de la nación y la construcción del Estado argentino. Tanto en la definición del modelo de país como en la delimitación de su territorio, esas guerras civiles no sólo acompañaron la evolución política, sino que en muchos casos la decidieron y determinaron. Con una novedosa y fundamentada interpretación, se incluye la llamada "guerra contra el indio" en el contexto de esas luchas entre hermanos. A partir de una documentada investigación, Pablo Camogli relata las batallas que jalonan esos procesos históricos. Detalla las fuerzas enfrentadas, los recursos de que disponían, los jefes que las comandaban, las tácticas aplicadas, los escenarios donde se produjeron y los resultados de más de cuatrocientos combates, en su correspondiente contexto político, social y económico. Brinda así una visión a la vez integral y pormenorizada de un aspecto central para comprender el surgimiento y la consolidación de la Argentina.
TERRITORIOS VIGILADOS (EBOOK)
by Telma LuzzaniCada tanto una noticia nos sobresalta. #La IV Flota patrulla aguas sudamericanas#, #EE.UU. busca instalar una base militar en el Chaco# o #entrena tropas en la base chilena de Concón#. Enseguida aparecen versiones tranquilizadoras: #No hay de qué preocuparse, son misiones humanitarias#. Este libro surgió de la evidencia de ese doble discurso. A fines de 2009, Colombia, bajo el gobierno de Álvaro Uribe, autorizó al Pentágono a ocupar siete bases militares de su país; desde hacía un año la IV Flota patrullaba nuestros océanos y cada vez había más señales de que Estados Unidos avanzaba militarmente sobre América del Sur. El viejo mito de que nuestro subcontinente no está en la agenda de la Casa Blanca caía por tierra. Para qué Norteamérica necesita avanzar con una fuerza de tal magnitud sobre una zona claramente desmilitarizada? El comercio, los recursos naturales y la necesidad de mantener su hegemonía en un siglo XXI muy convulso son parte de la respuesta. En ese esquema, los pasos interoceánicos de Panamá, el Estrecho de Magallanes y el Pasaje de Drake (de ahí la importancia de las Islas Malvinas) se han vuelto clave. Telma Luzzani analiza aquí por qué siempre fue vital para Estados Unidos contar con una red de bases militares que garantizara el control político y económico de nuestra región y evitara, a su vez, todo intento de integración o autonomía. La autora indaga además las formas discursivas que utiliza el imperio para minimizar el peligro de esa presencia militar. Se trata de una investigación original e inquietante, necesaria para comprender el pasado y transformar el futuro de nuestro continente.
SIMON (EBOOK)
by Jose Garcia HamiltonJosé Ignacio García Hamilton le devuelve a Simón Bolívar su dimensión humana y lo muestra como un ser creíble que, más allá de su relevante periplo, participa de las debilidades de cualquier persona. El huérfano indefenso; el diplomático rechazado por homosexual; el demagogo que adula a los mestizos; el militar ambicioso; el tío que encuentra la pasión con una sobrina; el hombre que tiene celos de su vicepresidente Santander, se va convirtiendo en un comandante implacable que declara la "guerra a muerte", fusila sin piedad a los prisioneros y se constituye en dictador. La relación con la estridente lesbiana Manuela Sáenz; la entrevista de Guayaquil con el debilitado general San Martín; la seducción de las esposas de sus oficiales en El Cuzco y Potosí; el sueño de ser coronado como emperador, y la búsqueda del protectorado de Inglaterra van configurando un personaje egocéntrico y a la vez generoso, cruel y magnánimo, pero siempre fascinante. Las oscilaciones de este luchador por la independencia y amante del poder absoluto; sus pendulaciones entre los aportes libertarios y su inclinación por la tiranía; su retórica democrática y el afán de hacer constituciones a su medida, constituyen todavía un símbolo del auge y ocaso de una América española paradójicamente esclavizada por sus supuestos libertadores.