The Great Adventure At Washington - Mark Sullivan - Bog

""The Great Adventure at Washington: The Story of the Conference"" is a historical account of the Washington Naval Conference that took place in 1921-1922. Written by Mark Sullivan, a prominent journalist and political commentator of his time, this book provides a detailed and comprehensive look at one of the most significant diplomatic events of the early 20th century.The Washington Naval Conference was a gathering of the world's major naval powers, including the United States, Great Britain, Japan, France, and Italy. The conference was held in Washington D.C. and aimed to reduce the risk of future military conflicts by limiting naval armaments and establishing a system of naval disarmament. The conference was a major success, resulting in the signing of several treaties that helped to prevent a naval arms race and promote peace.Sullivan's book provides a detailed account of the conference, including the negotiations, the personalities involved, and the final outcome. He also offers insights into the political and diplomatic context of the conference, including the tensions between the major powers and the role of the United States as a mediator.Overall, ""The Great Adventure at Washington: The Story of the Conference"" is a fascinating historical account that sheds light on a pivotal moment in international relations. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of diplomacy, naval power, and international conflict resolution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.