Understanding the Misconceptions and Cultural Impact of World War I

In the debut episode of History 102, WhatifAltHist creator Rudyard Lynch and Erik Torenberg discuss the causes, events, and impacts of World War I. They highlight key turning points such as Germany's Schlieffen Plan and America's late entry into the war. The discussion also explores the significant cultural and social shifts caused by the war including the rise of communism, feminism, and modern art. They also ponder on possible alternatives had Germany won the war. The episode wraps with book recommendations.

On this season of HIstory 102 we'll cover WW1, WW2, Classical Greece, the Vikings, Medieval Islam, the rise of Communism, and more.

History 102 is a part of the Turpentine podcast network. Learn more: www.turpentine.co

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Introduction to History 102

Erik and Rudyard

The Start of World War I

The Role of Industrial Revolution in World War I

The Impact of World War I on Society

The US's Role

The Aftermath of World War I

What If Germany Had Won World War I?

The Legacy of World War I

LINKS:

WhatifAltHist YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatifAltHist

Turpentine: www.turpentine.co

BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Carroll Quigley's Tragedy and Hope: A History of the World in our Time
• John Keegan's The First World War
• G.J. Meyer's A World Undone



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