INR 4061 - International Conflict

Institution:

The University of West Florida

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Description:

This course examines some of the primary theories of the origins and termination of interstate war. The course begins with a discussion of the logic and empirical support for a number of popular hypotheses and questions on war. Do leaders start war to divert attention from domestic problems? Does trade promote peace? Do alliances deter or entrap? Do arms races promote peace? Does a balance of power promote peace? The discussion of these questions and hypotheses leaves us with a new one. Given that war is costly, why are the contending sides unable to reach a settlement short of the major use of armed force? The course concludes with a discussion of the termination of war.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

uwf.edu

Phone Number:

(850) 474-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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