Modern World History (20th Century)

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World War I (1914-1918)

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World War I (1914-1918)

A global conflict involving European powers leading to significant political changes and the end of empires.

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Cold War (1947-1991)

Ideological struggle between the USA and the Soviet Union, marked by proxy wars and nuclear arms race.

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Space Race

Competition between the USA and the Soviet Union in space exploration, leading to significant milestones.

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Great Depression (1929)

Severe worldwide economic downturn causing widespread unemployment and poverty.

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Civil Rights Movements

Efforts for racial equality, gender equality, and LGBTQ+ rights gaining momentum in the 20th century.

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Climate Change

Growing recognition of environmental issues leading to international efforts like the Kyoto Protocol and Paris Agreement.

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NATO (1949)

Military alliance for collective defense against aggression, primarily aimed at countering Soviet influence.

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Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)

Aimed at preventing the spread of nuclear weapons and reducing the threat of nuclear war.

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Modernism and Postmodernism

Artistic movements reflecting the complexities and rapid changes of the 20th century.

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Automobile Industry

Mass production techniques revolutionizing manufacturing and accessibility of automobiles.

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World War II (1939-1945)

A devastating global conflict between the Axis and Allied powers, leading to massive loss of life, the Holocaust, and the use of atomic bombs. The war's end saw the establishment of the United Nations.

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20th Century

was a period of significant transformation and upheaval in global history, marked by major conflicts, ideological shifts, technological advancements, and social movements.

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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948)

set a global standard for human rights, influencing international policies and activism.

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Creation of the European Union (EU)

Evolved from economic cooperation in the post-WWII period into a political and economic union promoting peace, stability, and economic integration in Europe.

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