The Creation of American Socialism: Understanding the Enemy

Volume I of "Know Thine Enemy" delves into the historical roots of the political ideology known globally as "the Left." Emerging in eighteenth-century France, revolutionaries sought to replace Christian "superstition" with a rational, scientific social and ethical system. This book tracks the evolution of this movement, from early attempts at building a socialist utopia in Europe to the rise and fall of Marxism. It then explores the revisions made to the Marxist model, paving the way for the emergence of fascism in Italy and National Socialism in Germany.

The paragraph delves into the early development of American socialism, influenced by the arrival of European socialism through post-Civil War worker migration. This period also saw the emergence of Progressivism and liberalism in the United States.

The guide seeks to provide readers with a deep understanding of the efforts and perspectives of the heroes who have defended Western Values for nearly three centuries. Through their actions, speeches, writings, and aspirations, they have shaped American conservatism. By doing so, the guide aims to fortify readers' existing conservative beliefs and empower them to combat the common enemy, as the nation's fate and that of Western Civilization hinge on it. As the renowned Chinese general Sun Tzu once said, "If you know your enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the outcome of a hundred battles."