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America's Man in Cambodia.

  • Published In: Diplomatic History, 2024, v. 48, n. 4. P. 626 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Galway, Matthew 3 of 3

Abstract

"Khmer Nationalist: Sơn Ngọc Thành, the CIA, and the Transformation of Cambodia" by Matthew Jagel is a book that explores the life and political career of Sơn Ngọc Thành, an important Cambodian nationalist. The book focuses on Thành's influence on international relations, his ties to U.S. intelligence operations, and his role in navigating the Cold War geopolitical structures. It examines Thành's involvement with the Khmer Serei, an anti-Communist and anti-monarchist group, and his participation in the 1970 Lon Nol coup. The book sheds light on Thành's contributions to Cambodian political history and highlights his significance as a political figure. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Diplomatic History. 2024/09, Vol. 48, Issue 4, p626
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0145-2096
  • DOI:10.1093/dh/dhae032
  • Accession Number:179059367
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