March 3, 2026Open Access

Why the Briand-Kellogg Treaty? Can the United States Ignore Foreign Affairs?, 1928

Key Points

The pamphlet urges action for the ratification of the Briand-Kellogg Treaty, aiming to outlaw war as national policy.
It emphasizes the importance of foreign affairs affecting domestic issues like taxes and social stability.
Public awareness campaigns encourage citizens to contact government officials to support the treaty's ratification.
The text reflects on how advancements in communication highlight the interconnectedness of the modern world.

Abstract

Pamphlet promoting public awareness and support for U.S. ratification of the 1928 Briand-Kellogg Treaty (Paris Peace Pact), which sought to outlaw war as an instrument of national policy. It urges citizens to write to the President and U.S. Senators advocating for ratification of the treaty. Excepts:"Can the United States Ignore Foreign Affairs? FOREIGN AFFAIRS sent our Boys into the Trenches in Europe... FOREIGN AFFAIRS affect our Taxes. FOREIGN AFFAIRS, whether we like it or not, ARE the Affairs of the United States." "A NEW WORLD SITUATION The Great World has shrunk and become both Small and Complex. Time and Space are annihilated by the Inventor's Magic"...."In Our Day Newspapers, Movies, Radios and Aeroplanes bring the World to each one's door."

Why the Briand-Kellogg Treaty? Can the United States Ignore Foreign Affairs?, 1928

Key Points

Abstract

Cite This Study