Explain the logic behind John Foster Dulles' concept of brinkmanship. Dulles defined his policy of brinkmanship as "The ability to get to the verge without getting into the war is the necessary art." It was Dulles' policy that the United States should curb Soviet expansion with the threat of massive atomic retaliation.
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In this situation, Huck is trying to be impressive. He is trying to get the point across that he is funny and "cool". This lie is not only the one of a kind for Huck, but also one where he tries to push his reputation past its limits.
The pirate sailed his ship on the Atlantic ocean irritating the British navy which is trying to capture him/her.
