Patrick Bodovitz
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Patrick BodovitzUnited States

Member since Oct 09, 2024

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

Political ScienceHistoryAmerican PoliticsInternational AffairsPeace Studies
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What Happened to Germany After WWII? A History of Postwar Germany

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What Happened to Hungary After WWII?

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How the French Resistance Fought Against Hitler’s War Machine

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The Chindit Operations in the Burma Campaign

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The US Military Occupation of Haiti, 1915-1934

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Postwar Baltics: What Happened to the Baltic States After WWII?

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CIA Covert Operations in Eastern Europe: An Overview

How did the CIA use covert operations to achieve US strategic objectives in Eastern Europe during the Cold War?

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