Date
5-22-2024
Department
Helms School of Government
Degree
Master of Science in International Relations (MS)
Chair
Dean Curry
Keywords
Pearl Buck, Henry Luce, Edgar Snow, Richard Nixon, Sino-American relations, United States, China
Disciplines
History | International and Area Studies
Recommended Citation
Merritt, Benjamin, "Profiles in Influence: Shaping American Perceptions, Attitudes, and Policy Towards China" (2024). Masters Theses. 1135.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/masters/1135
Abstract
Pearl Buck, Henry Luce, Edgar Snow, and Richard Nixon have profoundly influenced Sino-American relations throughout the 20th century. Their impact on American perceptions, attitudes, and foreign policy has played a pivotal role in shaping the current state of relations between the United States government and the People’s Republic of China. Pivotal historical events such as WWI & WWII, the Sino-Japanese War, China’s Civil War, and the Soviet-Sino conflict—among other events—have also significantly influenced the dynamics of Sino-American relations. Despite their importance, there is a notable absence of studies that comprehensively explore the collective impact of these individuals and events. Understanding this complex yet vital relationship requires a holistic examination that integrates their contributions and historical contexts.
