
Origins of the First World War, pt. 14 -- Conclusions: Was the Great War Inevitable?
Historiansplaining: A historian tells you why everything you know is wrong
Causes and Controversies of the First World War
Exploring the complex reasons behind the outbreak of WWI, this chapter delves into the influences of submarine warfare, intercepted messages, biases, and the human tendency to find scapegoats. The episode challenges the notion of inevitability in war and dissects different historical perspectives on the origins of the First World War, highlighting the role of individual decisions, contingencies, and evolving alliances in the global conflict.
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