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History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett
WW1
Feb 13, 2024
In this podcast, Rudyard Lynch and Erik Torenberg delve into the causes and impacts of World War I, discussing Germany's Schlieffen Plan, America's late entry, rise of communism, feminism, and modern art. They ponder on alternate scenarios had Germany won. Book recommendations wrap up the insightful discussion.
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- World War I led to societal changes like socialism and feminism, potential fascism if Germany won.
- WWI generals were not necessarily incompetent but disconnected from soldiers' reality, causing tragic consequences.
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Impact of World War I on Social and Political Structures
World War I drastically changed societal dynamics, leading to the rise of socialism, feminism, and national self-determination. Countries like Britain and France might have turned to fascism if Germany had won, and monarchies could have remained dominant. The economic power shifted from London to New York, marking America's rise as a global titan.
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