Henry L. Stimson The First Wise Man

The twentieth century witnessed the rise of the United States as the preeminent player on the world stage. While many individuals were responsible for the American ascension, few have left a larger legacy in the arena of foreign policy than Henry L. Stims

David F. Schmitz holds the Robert Allen Skotheim Chair of History at Whitman College, Walla Walla, Washington.

Acknowledgments

xi

Introduction: The First Wise Man

xiii

Chronology

xix

Preparation of a Policymaker

1

(20)

Taft, Roosevelt, and the Progressive Stimson

21

(26)

The White Man's Burden

47

(26)

Spears of Straw and Swords of Ice

73

(46)

The Only Deadly Sin Is Cynicism

119

(32)

Architect of Victory

151

(52)

Conclusion: Elder Statesman

203

(8)

Bibliographic Essay

211

(6)

Index

217

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Henry L. Stimson The First Wise Man

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