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Russia Leaves the War

by George F. Kennan

National Book · 1957 · Winner
NonfictionISBN 9780691166100

Award History

AwardYearStatus
National Book Award for Nonfiction1957Winner

About the Author

George F. Kennan (1904-2005) was an American diplomat and historian best known for authoring the "Long Telegram" and "X Article," which articulated the U.S. policy of containment against Soviet expansion during the Cold War, and for his role in shaping the Marshall Plan. Read more →

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