Sarah C. M. Paine - WW2, Taiwan, Ukraine, & Maritime vs Continental Powers
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Counterfactuals and Totalitarianism
This chapter speculates on the potential outcomes had the Third Reich survived its early conquests, contrasting the regimes of Stalin and Hitler. It discusses the historical consequences of World War I and II, emphasizing the dynamics of alliances and economic factors that influenced the decline of both totalitarian powers. The narrative highlights the complexities of military strategies and the socio-political evolution in Europe, alongside the challenges of foreign intervention and the spread of communism.
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