The Apathy of Empire

The Apathy of Empire delves into Cambodia’s vital role in U.S. policy during the Vietnam War, highlighting how military interventions there reflected America's broader efforts to shape a hegemonic global order. James Tyner examines the shift from national defense to national security after 1945, revealing how expansionist strategies often involved covert operations that challenged sovereignty. The book reevaluates the Cambodian conflict, framing it as a key site for understanding modern American power and statecraft.