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152. American Crusades

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In 152. American Crusades, Andrew Preston and the hosts mention The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith by Andrew Preston and The American Civil War by Andrew Preston with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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his book's called The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith.

The argument that I make in my book about the American Civil War is that it became America's first war of humanitarian intervention for a lot of the…

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On today's episode Tom and Dominic are joined by Andrew Preston, a Cambridge University professor whose new book focuses on religion in American war and diplomacy. What is the role of religion in the American outlook? How has it shaped foreign policy? What is the relationship between pacifistic religious ideals and a crusading mentality? Join us tomorrow for another episode, which focuses on more recent American history and its relationship with religion. Join The Rest Is History Club for ad-free listening to the full archive, weekly bonus episodes, live streamed shows and access to an exclusive chatroom community. Producer: Dom Johnson Exec Producer: Jack Davenport *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook
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  • A second recurring theme is American view towards war.
  • Referenced books include The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith by Andrew Preston and The American Civil War by Andrew Preston.
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Best for Historians and students of American religion and foreign policyOften cited around American view towards war

Professor Andrew Preston from Cambridge talked brilliantly about Vietnam and has a book called The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith, focusing on the interface between religion and war.

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For: Historians and students of American religion and foreign policy
Key quote: his book's called The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith.
The host mentioned 'The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith' to highlight the intersection of religion and American foreign policy, particularly in the context of historical wars. This book is referenced as a significant work by historian Andrew Preston, who explores the theological underpinnings of American military actions.
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Best for Historians and students of American historyOften cited around American Civil War

The argument that I make in my book about the American Civil War is that it became America's first war of humanitarian intervention for a lot of the reasons that you just said.

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For: Historians and students of American history
Key quote: The argument that I make in my book about the American Civil War is that it became America's first war of humanitarian intervention for a lot of the reasons that you just said, Tom.
The host discusses the complex motivations behind the American Civil War, particularly the intertwining of moral and religious rhetoric with political aims. The mention of Andrew Preston's book highlights the evolution of public sentiment regarding slavery and humanitarian intervention during this pivotal conflict.
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The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith cover
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The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith
Andrew Preston

The host mentioned 'The Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith' to highlight the intersection of religion and American foreign policy, particularly i…

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The American Civil War
Andrew Preston

The host discusses the complex motivations behind the American Civil War, particularly the intertwining of moral and religious rhetoric with politi…

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