Samuel P. Huntington

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1. When was Samuel P. Huntington born?April 18, 1927
2. When did Samuel P. Huntington die?December 24, 2008
3. What is Samuel P. Huntington known for?The 'Clash of Civilizations' theory, published in 1993
4. What is the primary academic affiliation?Harvard University (over 50 years)
5. What is the government service?White House coordinator of security planning for the National Security Council (1977-1981)
6. Who was Samuel P. Huntington?Samuel P. Huntington was a smart thinker who taught at Harvard for many years and studied how countries interact with each other.

Political Scientist: An academic discipline focused on the theory and practice of politics, government, and political behavior.
Cold War: A geopolitical struggle between the United States and the Soviet Union and their respective allies, characterized by ideological conflict and proxy wars.
Civilizations: Broad cultural and societal entities defined by shared historical, linguistic, religious, and traditional characteristics, often transcending national borders.
Post-Cold War Order: The geopolitical landscape and international relations that emerged following the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War.