"This analysis of President Carter's foreign policy in the Horn of Africa demonstrates Carter's consistent approach to foreign affairs throughout his administration. It discusses the ways in which this policy dealt with such issues as human rights abuses, Cold War concerns including a strong Communist bloc presence, and the violation of international law"--Provided by publisher.

Preface -- Introduction : does history matter? -- A new hope -- Shifting alliances : the United States, Ethiopia, and Somalia -- War in the Ogaden -- Continuing dilemmas and times of transition -- 1980 : Cold War resurgent -- Conclusion : history does matter.