The US "Culture Wars" and the Anglo-American Special Relationship

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The book explores the cultural dynamics and historical context that shaped the Anglo-American special relationship, particularly during the "culture wars" from 1914-17. It examines how conflicts between Irish-Americans and German-Americans influenced English-descended Americans' perceptions of an alliance with Britain, ultimately paving the way for US intervention in World War I. The author also analyzes the failure of the 1898 rapprochement to foster a strong Anglo-Saxon alliance, linking these historical events to broader debates about the origins of the war and America's subsequent involvement.