World War II

  • Wrong Turn: COIN Diplomacy and the Profits of War

    “War is nothing but a continuation of politics with the admixture of other means.” — Carl von Clausewitz (On War) “The enemy of a good plan is the dream of a perfect plan.” — Carl von Clausewitz As much as we like to… Continue reading

    Wrong Turn: COIN Diplomacy and the Profits of War
  • Autobiografia: Recluse of History | Saffronart Blog

    New York: The exhibition, Autobiografia: Recluse of History, is an intriguing group show of artists from different eras. Simplistic and powerful, it stimulates one’s historical chord through classic drawings of soldiers during World War I, with titles such as ‘le commencement… Continue reading

    Autobiografia: Recluse of History | Saffronart Blog
  • Painters Painting – New York Art Scene (1940-1970)

    Probably THE definitive documentary about the history of New York City’s art scene, from the beginning of World War II to the height of the Vietnam War era. Emile de Antonio was a Marxist filmmaker who mostly directed political documentaries… Continue reading

    Painters Painting – New York Art Scene (1940-1970)