Peru and the United States, 1960-1975

Richard J. Walter provides a detailed historical analysis in Peru and the United States, 1960-1975. This scholarly work examines how diplomatic relations shifted during a period of intense regional instability in Latin America. The text explores the tensions between the Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, and Ford administrations and the various Peruvian governments. Key conflicts include the 1962 military coup, the expropriation of the International Petroleum Company, and disputes regarding territorial water limits.

This history utilizes declassified State Department records and Peruvian Foreign Ministry archives to offer a nuanced perspective on foreign relations. By focusing on the specific roles played by ambassadors, the book highlights how individual diplomats managed complex bilateral issues. Peru and the United States, 1960-1975 serves as a vital resource for those studying international relations, diplomatic history, and the political evolution of the Western Hemisphere during this transformative era.