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Oliver Stone Documentary: The Untold History of the USA
Documentary series by Oliver Stone investigating the reasons behind the Cold War, the decision to drop atomic bombs on Japan, and America’s role in the world since to fall of communism.
Directed by Oliver Stone and co-written with historian Peter Kuznick, this ten-part series covers pivotal moments from World War II to the Obama administration, offering a critical examination of U.S. foreign policy, domestic issues, and global influence. The documentary begins by reassessing America’s role in World War II, questioning the necessity of dropping atomic bombs on Japan and highlighting the Soviet Union’s significant contribution to defeating Nazi Germany. It critically examines decisions made by leaders such as Truman, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Reagan, and both Bushes, contextualizing their policies within broader historical and geopolitical frameworks.
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