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Word War 1 1914-1918
World War I (WWI) was a global conflict that lasted from July 28, 1914, to November 11, 1918. It involved most of the world’s major powers, divided into two alliances:
• Allied Powers: France, Britain, Russia (until 1917), Italy (joined in 1915), the United States (joined in 1917), and others.
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1880s–1914 – The Scramble for Africa
historical map of Africa before European colonization, showing various indigenous kingdoms, empires, and ethnic groups. Would you like a breakdown of some of the major African civilizations before colonization -
1914–1918 – World War I and its Aftermath
World War I was a global conflict that reshaped political and territorial structures worldwide. It was fought between two major alliances:
• Allied Powers: France, Britain, Russia (until 1917), Italy (joined in 1915), and the U.S. (joined in 1917).
• Central Powers: Germany, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria. Key Events of the War
• June 28, 1914 – The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary sparks the war. -
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Russia’s Role in WWI
• August 1, 1914 – Germany declares war on Russia after Russia mobilizes its army to support Serbia against Austria-Hungary.
• Eastern Front Battles – Russia fights Germany and Austria-Hungary, suffering heavy losses in battles like Tannenberg (1914) and the Brusilov Offensive (1916).
• Struggles – Poor leadership, lack of supplies, and internal unrest weaken Russia’s war effort. -
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Home front during the First World War
The home front during World War I refers to the civilian efforts and conditions in countries at war. As many soldiers were sent to the front lines, civilians, especially women, took on new roles to support the war effort. Key aspects of the home front included: -
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Spanish flu pandemic
The Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918-1919 was one of the deadliest global health crises in history. It was caused by the H1N1 influenza virus and spread rapidly across the world, infecting about a third of the global population. The pandemic emerged in the final year of World War I, but it was not confined to soldiers -
Revolution 1917
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Russian Revolution
The Russian Revolution was a period of political and social upheaval that led to the overthrow of the Tsarist autocracy and the rise of the Soviet Union. It occurred in two major phases: ⸻- The February Revolution (March 1917) (Russia still used the Julian calendar, so it was February there.)
• WWI Struggles – Heavy losses, food shortages, and economic collapse.
• Tsarist Weakness – Tsar Nicholas II was unpopular due to poor -
Bolshveik Revolution
The Bolshevik Revolution, also known as the October Revolution, took place in 1917 in Russia. It was led by the Bolshevik Party, under the leadership of Vladimir Lenin. The revolution aimed to overthrow the Provisional Government, which had replaced the Tsarist monarchy earlier that year, and establish a socialist government based on Marxist principles. -
The crisis of the Russian Empire
The crisis of the Russian Empire refers to a period of political, social, and economic turmoil that culminated in the fall of the Romanov dynasty and the Russian Revolution of 1917. Several factors contributed to this crisis: -
Stalin rise to power
Early Party Involvement (1900s - 1917): Stalin joined the Bolshevik Party in the early 1900s and was involved in organizing and executing revolutionary activities. He became known for his organizational skills and for his role in the Russian Revolution of 1917.
2. Role in the Russian Civil War (1917-1922): After the Bolshevik Revolution, Stalin played a key role in the Russian Civil War,. -
Totalitarismo Rule
Totalitarian rule refers to a system of government in which the state has absolute control over nearly every aspect of public and private life. Under totalitarianism, there is a single-party system, often led by a dictator, with no political opposition allowed. The government exerts complete authority over political, economic, cultural, and social activities. Here are key features of totalitarian rule: -
1930 The Rise of Totalitarian Governments
The 1930s saw the rise of totalitarian governments, driven by political instability, economic hardship, and the desire for strong, centralized control. Key factors that contributed to this rise included the aftermath of World War I, the Great Depression, and the failure of democratic governments to address these crises. Totalitarian regimes often emphasized nationalism, militarism, and the absolute power of a single leader or party. -
1935–1941 – Italian Invasion of Ethiopia
The Italian invasion of Ethiopia (also known as the Second Italo-Ethiopian War) was a conflict between Fascist Italy, led by Benito Mussolini, and Ethiopia, ruled by Emperor Haile Selassie. -
The home front starting ww2
During World War II, the home front played a crucial role in supporting the war effort, as civilians and industries adapted to meet the needs of the military. The involvement of the civilian population was vital to the success of the war, and life on the home front changed dramatically -
1950s–1970s – Independence Movements & Decolonization
The 1950s–1970s marked a significant period of independence movements and decolonization across Africa and other parts of the world. Many nations gained freedom from European colonial rule during this time.
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1951 – Libya becomes the first African country to gain independence after WWII.
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1956 – Sudan, Morocco, and Tunisia gain independence.
Here’s when Sudan, Morocco, and Tunisia gained independence:
• Sudan – Gained independence from Egypt and the United Kingdom on January 1, 1956.
• Morocco – Gained independence from France and Spain on March 2, 1956.
• Tunisia – Gained independence from France on March 20, 1956. All three countries gained independence in the same year, 1956, during a wave of decolonization in Africa.