{"product_id":"the-central-role-of-the-barry-koch-9798823379274","title":"The Central Role of the 12 US Wars in Shaping American Social Policy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Central Role of the 12 US Wars in Shaping American Social Policy \u003c\/em\u003edetails the profound impact that military conflicts have had on the development of social policies in the United States. Examining 12 distinct wars, from the Revolutionary War through to the Afghanistan War, the book delves into battle descriptions, acts of Congress, figures of influence, and policy changes over time. It provides comprehensive insights into social policy in relation to the nation's history of conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book guides readers through a chronological exploration of US wars and their socio-political ramifications. Chapters offer information on seminal events, legislative actions, and notable individuals before, during, and after each war. By presenting detailed timelines, the text underscores how conflict spurred shifts in societal norms and policy development. It connects wartime events with the emergence of movements such as women's liberation, civil rights, and LGBT rights, particularly accentuating the Vietnam War era as a pivotal and influential event.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Central Role of the 12 US Wars in Shaping American Social Policy\u003c\/em\u003e is ideal for courses related to American history, social policy, military social work, military and war studies, and conflict studies. It provides a focused examination of how wars have reshaped the United States' social landscape, making it a relevant resource for students analyzing the intersection of history, conflict, and societal change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Barry Koch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798823379274\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Cognella Academic Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/13\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 166\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.75lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.35d","brand":"Barry Koch","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47427763667199,"sku":"9798823379274","price":45.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_efd2a5f6-6ca1-429d-881e-f6f5a2eab3cf.jpg?v=1761581443","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-central-role-of-the-barry-koch-9798823379274","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}