The middle ground of Cold War anthropology: the case of the short-lived Turkey focus at the University of Chicago in the 1960s

Ali Sipahi

doi:10.1080/14682745.2026.2628591

June 28, 2026Cold War History

The middle ground of Cold War anthropology: the case of the short-lived Turkey focus at the University of Chicago in the 1960s

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This article aims to explore the influence of Cold War tensions on anthropology, specifically through the Turkey focus at the University of Chicago.
Case study analysis of University of Chicago anthropologists' activities in Turkey during the 1960s and early 70s
Examination of cultural and political exchanges between the US and Turkey
Review of archival materials and fieldwork documents from that era.
Documentation reveals the complexities of anthropological work during the Cold War, highlighting political influences
Fieldwork conducted by anthropologists was significantly shaped by geopolitical interests and cultural exchanges.
The Turkey focus, although short-lived, underscores how academic endeavors were intertwined with international relations.

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Case study explores how University of Chicago anthropologists engaged with Turkey, revealing Cold War dynamics.

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This article discusses Cold War entanglements in the discipline of anthropology through a case study of University of Chicago anthropologists working on Turkey in the 1960s and early ‘70s. It bring...

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