Includes bibliographical references (p. 295-309) and indexes.
Contents
The constitutional framework -- Precedents from 1789 to 1900 -- America steps out : 1990-1945 -- The UN Charter and Korea -- Taking stock : 1951-1964 -- Vietnam and the war powers resolutions -- Military initiatives from Ford to Bush -- Military actions by Clinton -- George W. Bush -- Covert operations -- Restoring checks and balances.