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Napoleon Explains The War In Ukraine - Alexander Mikaberidze

Oct 9, 2023
Alexander Mikaberidze, professor of history, discusses Napoleon's impact on global events, everyday life and socioeconomic differences, education and media, and the long-term consequences of historical wars. He also explores the root causes of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the future of Russia's relationship with China. Mikaberidze reflects on the surprising success of his book on Napoleon and encourages leaving a positive legacy.
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  • Understanding the 'why' behind historical events helps analyze their impact on the present.
  • The Napoleonic Wars were a global conflict with significant effects on regions beyond Europe.

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The Power of the 'Why' Question

The podcast episode emphasizes the significance of the 'why' question in analyzing historical events and understanding their impact on the present. While information about who, what, and where can be easily obtained, the 'why' question asks us to delve deeper and explore the reasons behind why things are the way they are today. It is highlighted that the question of 'why' is particularly powerful as it prompts us to seek the causes and motivations behind historical events. The hope for Ukraine to win against Russia is also mentioned, with the recognition that strategically, Ukraine has already achieved victory in this war, and the focus now shifts to the details of what the victory on the ground will look like.

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