"2 His words were a far cry from a "Lincolnian" rhetoric depicting America as "the last best hope of man on earth.... " I intend to start by looking at the root of the idea and how its history manages to evoke passionate responses of American Nationalism in the transition period between the end of World War One and the Cold War. ... In order to understand exceptionalism in the Cold War, it is important to understand that it is rooted in the values that were established from the foundation of America. So when the USSR's spread of communism threatened these values, ...

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During the Great War we were introduced to the first of its kind in Britain, and we seen it repeated again in the people's war. ... One of the very first posters used in the First World War was of Lord Kitchener and his recruitment campaign to enlist young boys into the voluntary army. ... The poster in figure 2 was concerned with exploiting male pride in the face of family expectations. ... After all the criticism of black propaganda in the first world war Britain was reluctant to be seen using any form of propaganda again, and it waited until 1939, when the outbreak of war was once agai...

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This statement by Offitzer in "Diners" gives a nice description of how not only diners became an important part of American history, but the architecture of the diners were just as important. The design of the diner is directly related to a time in American culture and the architecture of it can reflect how Americans were using certain materials and styles in a post-World War II world. ... Whatever the reason, it is clear that architecture of the diner can be studied and looked at to further understand America after World War 2. ... This would create a new way of living that proved ...

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Like every other war, World War 1 took many lives and money and changed the balances in the world. Actually, these big wars are usually emerging to change the balances because some sides don't like the world to stay as it is. In the Gallipoli War, which was a part of the World War 1 there were different sides which were joining the war for different reasons and goals. ... The following pages that will be about the Gallipoli War that took place during the World War 1 will not include all of the sides that entered this war. ... The two contracting parties agree to observe strict neutrality ...

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Introduction The field of transitional justice was practically nonexistent prior to the end of the Second World War. Mass atrocities had taken place on the world stage with almost no consequences being brought upon the perpetrators, and more importantly the orchestrators or those "most responsible" for these crimes. ... The Rise of the Third Reich With the end of the First World War Germany was left in shambles both physically and economically. ... Hitler capitalized on this and using his eloquent speech promised exactly this to the German people. ... This would lead to the invo...

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Russia and the United States were allies during World War II, but soon after they became enemies. ... Thus in 1991, the -2- Communist Soviet Union was done. ... At the height of the Cold War, the coldest place in the entire world was Berlin which became a center of espionage at the height of the Cold War. ... And that is what led to the Second World War" according to the book The Americans: Reconstruction Though the 20th Century (615). ... During the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union had many nuclear submarines all over the world. ...

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The new type of warfare launched in the twentieth-century had a great impact on the modern world that went beyond the immediate cost of casualties.2 The psychological, social, economic and technological effect these wars had on those who survived earned this type of conflict a new name: total war, which encompassed all aspects of life. ... But World War I crushed all hopes and dreams. ... We do not know what will come forth: still we can reasonably fear it.""9 The storm in this case was the war which left people in such a shock that they looked upon the future with great apprehension and un...

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The Little Prince which was written by Antoine de Saint-Exupery and was published in 1943 during the World War II, is my favourite great book. ... It is important to think of the king in relation to the period in which this novel was written. The author wrote this book when he was an exile in the United States after the fall of France in World War II. ... He was obsessed with something that was not that important, and as a result, neglected the truly beautiful and important things around him. ... I am afraid that many people don't know, as they follow the steps of others. ...

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The question of a second front during World War II laid the foundation for this mistrust. In order to understand the Cold War, one must understand Soviet motives for expansion following the WWII and the consequences of such expansion, most importantly in regards to Poland, all of which will be examined. ... A root cause of this mistrust began during the Second World War. ... Poland was unquestionably of the greatest concern to the Soviets, as it had been used as a launching pad for the invasion of Russia during both World Wars. ... Though the Second World War was primarily a war for fascist wo...

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The World Conference on Human Rights took place over two weeks in June of 1993. ... In the Vienna Declaration, Section I Number 2 states that "All people have the right to self-determination" (Drinan, 2001: 198). ... This a wonderful advance because it guarantees that what happened during the Second World War will not happen; Jewish people seeking asylum from the Nazis were turned away from the United States and, unknowingly, sent to their deaths (World at War). ... This is important because it draws more attention to issues that the general public would otherwise be oblivious to. ... The...

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Speech is so fast and so frequent it is almost impossible to be persistent. 2. ... This removal of barrier had a sudden yet extreme impact on the German people. ... To these people it was unfair, shameful, and insulting. ... Instead of writing letters and waiting days for it to travel across bodies of water, people could transport themselves across to speak face to face with people. ... The cartoon was originally printed in the New York World but later moved to Heart's Journal American (Kovarik 65). ...

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The Treaty of Versailles was not the only cause of World War II, however was one of the important factors. ... Britain wanted increase their colonial power all over the world. ... All of the othe smaller Allied countries wanted more land or more people, mostly wanting a piece of the spoils.(2) The meeting where they decided on the terms of the Treaty of Versailles as well as many other items was called the Paris Peace Conference. ... This greatly upset them and this led to Mussolinis rise to power, and may have pushed the Italians into joining the Second World War on the side of the Axis.(...

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The apogee of the conflict so-called "Cold War" is set in 80s and Ronald Reagan's challenge towards the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.2 The tension grew and was caused by imposed on Moscow arms race, commonly called the program "star wars".3 Although no one could have expected that, it was the beginning of the end of the Soviet Empire. ... The year 2001 was extremely important for both USA and Russia political life. ... Attacks at World Trade Center were a watershed and a huge shock for the whole West as well as for Russia. ... Worth mentioning is a fact that at that time ...

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The dropping of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki was "a terrible thing, but it had to be done" (Holmes 2). ... It seems like a terrible thing, but it was necessary in order to bring back peace to the world at the smallest cost possible. ... Some critics believe that "Japanese lives were sacrificed simply for power politics between the U.S. and the Soviet Union" (Dietrich 2), which tied to the Cold War tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union. ... By using the atomic bombs, Truman "saved 'the lives of hundreds of thousands of Japanese boys...

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The Japanese occupation ended at the close of World War II. ... Millions of people were left homeless and casualties were estimated at 2 million people . ... It plays an important role in the way a person is treated. ... When most people hear of Korea, the first thing that comes to mind is the Korean War. ... In 1978, this 2 meter by 2 meter tunnel was discovered very close to Panmunjeom. ...

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In 1910 Japan annexed Korea, installing a harsh rule over its people. ... The USSR then claimed that helping South Korea was illegal because the USSR and the People's Republic of China were not present during the voting. ... On October 2, 1950 the South Korean army crossed the 38th parallel, while the Chinese communists threatened to enter the war if the UN crossed the 38th parallel. ... President Eisenhower, on the other hand, did not believe in using war to unify Korea. ... The United States had "demonstrated not only their dedication to the cause of human freedom and political lib...

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In 1910 Japan annexed Korea, installing a harsh rule over its people. ... The USSR then claimed that helping South Korea was illegal because the USSR and the People's Republic of China were not present during the voting. ... On October 2, 1950 the South Korean army crossed the 38th parallel, while the Chinese communists threatened to enter the war if the UN crossed the 38th parallel. ... President Eisenhower, on the other hand, did not believe in using war to unify Korea. ... The United States had "demonstrated not only their dedication to the cause of human freedom and political liberty,...

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The Growth and Implementation of Hitler's Continental Expansionist Foreign Policy Program One of the most interesting historiographical debates about the Second World War concerns the nature of Hitler's foreign policy. Everyone knows that the Second World War was horrible, even worse than the First, but it has yet to be unequivocally decided what exactly was Hitler's role in bringing about such a catastrophe. The most important issue relates to the question of whether or not Hitler had evolved a clear and coherent foreign policy by the time he assumed office and ...

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It is the right of the people of the nation to determine their own government. ... "It is a fearful thing to lead this great peaceful people into war,'' Wilson declared in his war message (Leckie 629). ... Many people in the U.S. favored the war, but many people opposed it believing there was no need for us to interfere with European affairs. ... Wilson's more important goal was to preserve democracy within the United States and restore manifest destiny to a war torn world. ... The actually fighting the American's did was not as important as the number of troops that the...

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History Coursework 2, Question 1. ... By 1926, pre war production levels had only just been achieved after the huge damage to Russia's infrastructure inflicted by the First World War and the civil war. ... Dissatisfaction was building among those who fought the civil war for the reds. ... To conclude, the most important reason for industrialisation in the USSR was to ensure the survival of communism in its then form. ... Question 2. ...

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For decades, people have engaged in wars as a motive to bring about peace. However it has proven to do nothing but disturb and hurt the lives of millions of civilians around the world. ... It is difficult to think of a world without war because we have grown accustomed to continuous conflict and have made it the only solution for peace. Though some may argue that war is necessary to create lasting peace and stability, war is in reality a crime against innocent people. ... Many have lost their husbands and sons through the war, thus increasing the number of female-headed households" (p.2)....

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He would die before World War I. ... They have a world to win. ... Revolution Stalin played an important, but not vital, part in the revolution. ... The Bolsheviks won the civil war in 1920. ... Production of industrial machinery and farm equipment became more important, and production of cloth...

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In 1917 he proclaimed American's entrance into World War I a crusade to make the world "safe for democracy." ... It collapsed early in World War II and dissolved itself in 1946. ... The Treaty of Paris was one of the most important treaties signed at or near Paris. ... After World War I severeal treaties were signed (1919-20) in or near Paris, the most important of which was the Treaty of Versailles After World War II separate treaties were signed (1947) by the Allies at or near Paris with Italy, Romania, Hungary, Bulgaria, and Finland. ... However, in relation to Europe a...

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The First World War: A Complete History. ... World War I World War I, also called the Great War, lasted from 1914 to 1918, and began as a local conflict between Austria-Hungary and Serbia. ... The use of gassing in combat became popular during World War I. ... Most people would expect World War I to bring about massive change for the better and break down social, emotional, and political barriers, it did not. ... It may seem as though the present has become dominated by the past. 2.) ...

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If one were to discuss life after the Second World War, if they were not a historian would perhaps not talk much about Harry S. ... The war ended and the world was thrown into new territory, there were essentially two superpowers left in the world. ... Since the Cold War lasted for so long, engulfed in it is many other important historical factors. ... Truman was overtly aware that the people of the United States rallied behind his doctrine, and wanted any and every nation to have a choice in their political happenings; however, he was also aware that the people of the United States were tir...

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