About Patrick Bodovitz
Patrick earned his bachelor’s degree from Gettysburg College where he majored in political science and minored in history. His main focus of study was on the intersection of American politics and international affairs. He followed with a master’s degree from the American University School of International Service where he studied conflict and peace. Patrick published for AU’s academic journal and the International Policy Journal at the Center for International Policy.
Education
BA Political Science with minor in History
Gettysburg College
MA Peace and Conflict Resolution
American University School of International Service
Areas of Expertise
About Patrick Bodovitz
Patrick earned his bachelor’s degree from Gettysburg College where he majored in political science and minored in history. His main focus of study was on the intersection of American politics and international affairs. He followed with a master’s degree from the American University School of International Service where he studied conflict and peace. Patrick published for AU’s academic journal and the International Policy Journal at the Center for International Policy.
Education
BA Political Science with minor in History
Gettysburg College
MA Peace and Conflict Resolution
American University School of International Service
Areas of Expertise
What Happened to Indonesia After WWII?
The story of the Indonesian War of Independence is a remarkable one that showed how the world changed after the end of World War II.
The Day the US Army Marched Against Itself
In 1932, the US Army employed tanks and tear gas against its own WWI veterans. Here is how the Bonus Army changed civil-military relations in the United States.
How the Holocaust Ended in 1945 with the Liberation of the Camps
The Holocaust ended in 1945 with the liberation of the concentration camps in occupied Europe and North Africa by Allied forces.
How Dutch New Amsterdam Became One of Colonial America’s Richest Cities
Even before becoming part of the British Empire and the United States, New Amsterdam was one of the main centers of economic power in colonial America.
The Chamorro in WWII & the Battle of Guam
Guam was a vital strategic asset in the Pacific Theater of WWII. The local Chamorro inhabitants endured both Japanese occupation and a destructive American invasion.
The Viking Raids in Northern France That Created the Duchy of Normandy
A series of Viking raids into northern France during the 9th century AD eventually led to the establishment of the duchy of Normandy.
How the First US War Crimes Hearing Exposed Atrocities to Public Scrutiny
When the United States Congress held hearings on troop conduct in the Philippines, it set a precedent that the American public was preparing to hold its troops accountable.
How a Young Winston Churchill Escaped Prison and Survived the Boer War
Decades before becoming prime minister, the young Winston Churchill was a prisoner during the Anglo-Boer War whose escape became a legend in Britain.
Why the US Army Stormed Santiago to Topple Spanish Rule in Cuba
Why did the US Army invade Santiago in 1898? Discover the military strategy, the fall of the Spanish Empire, and how the battle for Cuba launched America as a global power.
The 1898 Campaign That Made Puerto Rico an American Territory
Discover the 1898 military campaign that ended Spanish rule and transformed Puerto Rico into a United States territory.
Why Did Brazil Join the Allies in WWII Despite Being a Dictatorship?
Despite being a right-wing dictatorship, Brazil joined the Allies in WWII and played a major role in the Battle of the Atlantic.
The Massacre at Babyn Yar and the Nazi Plan for the Colonization of Soviet Ukraine
Soviet Ukraine was a major focal point of the Holocaust in WWII. The Babyn Yar massacre outside Kyiv was among the worst atrocities of the war.