Christensen, Stian Nordengen

Counterfactual History and - Bosnia - Herzegovina

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ISBN 13:
9788283481020
author:
Christensen, Stian Nordengen
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Torkel Opsahl Academic Epublisher
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
282
Dimensions:
23.4 x 15.6 x 1.8 centimetres (0
Genre:
History, World History, Nonfiction,
Condition:
New
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£31.16

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Counterfactual History and Bosnia-Herzegovina by Stian Nordengen Christensen explores how understanding alternative historical scenarios can inform our approach to future crises. This analysis focuses on the 1990s armed conflicts in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which had significant implications for international law and diplomacy. The book examines three counterfactual hypotheses: increased diplomatic pressure, ground troops to enforce a peace agreement, and early air strikes to maintain peace. By assessing these scenarios, Christensen sheds light on both the course of the conflicts and the limitations of using historical experience to inform present-day or future decisions. This study provides a critical evaluation of the scientific foundation of counterfactual analyses in history, offering valuable insights for scholars and policymakers alike.

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