137. 1922: The Birth of the Modern World Part 2
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The Ottoman Legacy and Political Shifts of 1922
This chapter examines the historical complexities of multi-ethnic empires, particularly the Ottoman Empire, and its transition into ethnically-based nation-states after its collapse in 1922. It discusses the ramifications of key events such as the Balfour Declaration and Britain's role in Jewish immigration to Palestine, alongside the brutal population swaps happening in the region. Additionally, the narrative reflects on the political landscape of the early 1920s, highlighting the shifts in British and Canadian politics, intertwined with personal anecdotes that illustrate the social dynamics of the time.
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