Michael Epkenhans

Michael Epkenhans, a historian specializing in 19th-century German history and former Director of Research at the Bundeswehr's Military History Research Office, delves into Otto von Bismarck's masterful tactics in unifying Germany. He reveals how Bismarck used war and realpolitik to manipulate European powers, often pitting them against each other. Bismarck's focus on Prussia over broader nationalism and his pragmatic approach to diplomacy paved the way for a new German state, while his calculated risks sometimes ignited future conflicts.