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Season 4, Episode 3: Prof. Glenn Diesen, The Ukraine War and the Eurasian World Order

Book Club with Jeffrey Sachs

CHAPTER

From Westphalia to World War I

This chapter examines the historical significance of the Treaty of Westphalia and its role in establishing a system of sovereign states, influencing modern international relations. It discusses the evolution of European power dynamics, from the Concert of Europe post-Napoleon to the rising tensions leading up to World War I. Key themes include the impact of Germany's industrial rise and the failures of the post-World War I order, emphasizing the geopolitical rivalries that shaped the 20th century.

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