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International relations theory
- Polarity (international relations)The international system distributes power in ways that shape global history. One generally distinguishes three types of systems: unipolarity, bipolarity…
- ColonialismThe word colonialism originates from the Latin term colonia, which designated a type of city or outpost founded by Roman citizens under government direction.
- Manifest destinyJohn L. O'Sullivan wrote an article in 1845 that first used the phrase manifest destiny to describe American expansion. The Democratic Review published this…
- Deterrence theoryIn 1966, Thomas Schelling published a book titled Arms and Influence that redefined how scholars understood the use of threats in international relations.
- IrredentismThe phrase Italia irredenta, meaning unredeemed Italy, emerged in the late 19th century to describe Italian territories still held by Austria-Hungary.
- GeopoliticsThe word geopolitics first appeared in English print in 1902, coined by the Austro-Hungarian historian Emil Reich. He published his book Foundations of…
- Sphere of influenceA 1912 newspaper cartoon shows the United States casting a long shadow over Latin America. This image captures the essence of a sphere of influence, a…
- Neutral countryA neutral country is a sovereign state that remains impartial toward belligerents in a specific war or declares itself permanently neutral for all future…