The Foreign Relations of the United States (FRUS) series presents the official documentary historical record of major U.S. foreign policy decisions and significant diplomatic activity.

This section provides historical reference information on the countries with which the United States has had diplomatic relations. The articles in this section are listed below.

Introduction Henry Clay was appointed Secretary of State by President John Quincy Adams on March 7, 1825. Clay entered his duties on the same day and served until March 3, 1829. Famous as the …

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Mar 24, 2015 · Part II: Negotiating Responsible Historical Transparency, 1920s to Early 2000s Chapter 6: “The Necessary Limitations Upon Open Diplomacy,” 1920–1945 Chapter 7: “Out of the Frying Pan …

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Preventing Diplomatic Recognition of the Confederacy, 1861–1865 Introduction One of the most important victories won by the United States during the Civil War was not ever fought on a battlefield. …

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