The book expands the history of the Cold War to Eastern European emigrants and their networks.
The Assembly of Captive European Nations was a major organisation for Eastern European
emigrants in the US since 1954. The cooperation of exiled politicians from nine countries
opened up for them new opportunities for lobbying and publications. This book focuses on
Estonian contributions to the ACEN. Besides successes the book reveals troublesome relations
with the American authorities schisms among Europeans and extended national disputes. The ACEN
was quickly forgotten after its dissolution in 1972. Based on extensive archival research this
book reflects the ACEN's aspirations and personalities.
