Crude Oil, Crude Money: Aristotle Onassis, Saudi Arabia, and the CIA

Crude Oil, Crude Money: Aristotle Onassis, Saudi Arabia, and the CIA
ISBN-10
1440863954
ISBN-13
9781440863950
Category
Political Science
Pages
266
Language
English
Published
2019-05-31
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Author
Thomas W. Lippman

Description

Tells the untold story of how Exxon, Mobil, Chevron, and Texaco teamed up with the CIA and Department of State to thwart the plans of Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, who almost managed to reshape the Middle East. • Dramatically illustrates the convergence of interests of the U.S. government and big business • Shows how McCarthy-era phobia about communism affected U.S. foreign policy decisions—even when no communists were involved • Examines history with enduring ramifications through narrative to engage students and general readers • Unveils a world of international intrigue unknown to most citizens

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