Abstract
![CDATA[The U.S. Department of State is the federal executive department responsible for U.S. foreign relations and international affairs. Its two principal responsibilities are to develop and implement U.S. foreign policy objectives abroad as well as advise the president on foreign policy matters. During times of war or in situations that might lead to war, the State Department is tasked with exploring all diplomatic options and foreign policy implications. This entry reviews the history of the State Department from its inception to the present day.]]
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The SAGE Encyclopedia of War: Social Science Perspectives |
Editors | Paul Joseph |
Place of Publication | U.S. |
Publisher | Sage |
Pages | 1774-1776 |
Number of pages | 3 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781483359878 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781483359892 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2017 |
Keywords
- United States. Department of State