History GCSE
The Bush Doctrine and Pre-emption
What The Bush Doctrine and Pre-emption means in History GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of The Bush Doctrine and Pre-emption
The shift in US foreign policy towards proactive military intervention to neutralize perceived threats before they materialize, specifically targeting 'rogue states' and non-state actors.
Topics that use The Bush Doctrine and Pre-emption
- The Iraq War (AQA GCSE)
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