A Comprehensive Review of US History: From Progressive Era to the Fall of Communism
History Final Exam Review
Progressive Era
Progressive Movement – civil rights
Populism – farmers looking for reform
Muckrakers – journalist expose problems of society
Upton Sinclair – expose meat packing industry, “The jungle”
Ida Tarbell – lead Muckracker, oil industry scandal
Socialism – all private business and all human rights
Communism – government controls all and everyone is equal, no private business
Eugene V. Debs – railway unit involve in strike
McKinley – assassinated by anarchist,
Read MoreImperialism and Colonialism: A Comprehensive Overview
What is Imperialism?
Imperialism is a political doctrine that defends the right of some countries or peoples to rule over others based on the cultural, racial, and economic superiority of the former over the latter. It took place between 1850 and 1915. At the beginning of the 20th century, 85% of the Earth’s surface was dominated by European countries.
Colonialism is imperialism put into practice by establishing colonies over far or nearby territories to exploit them economically.
Metropolis: The conquering
Israel’s Foreign Relations: From Cold War Tensions to Global Partnerships
1. Israel-China Diplomatic Relations
Establishment and Early Challenges
Israel and China established full diplomatic relations in 1992. Several factors contributed to the delay:
- Cold War Alignments: After Israel’s independence in 1948 and China’s communist revolution in 1949, the two countries found themselves on opposing sides of the Cold War. China aligned with the USSR and its Arab allies, while Israel sought support from the US.
- Bandung Conference (1955): This conference of non-aligned nations marked
The Second World War: Causes, Course, and Consequences
1. The World at War (1939-1945)
The League of Nations was established to guarantee peace in Europe and around the world. Political and economic factors created a series of problems which led to the Second World War in 1939.
- The peace treaties, including the payment of reparations.
- The Great Depression of the 1930s resulted in high unemployment and growing poverty. The situation was especially severe in Germany.
- Authoritarian regimes had come to power in Italy and Germany. These governments pursued expansionist
19th Century European Politics: From Congress of Vienna to the First Spanish Republic
1. The Congress of Vienna
The leaders of various European states met at the Congress of Vienna (1814-1815) where they agreed on the following measures:
- The Restoration of Absolute Monarchy: The European monarchs who had been deposed by Napoleon returned.
- Changes to Europe’s Borders: Napoleon’s conquests had transformed the map of Europe. After his defeat, another series of changes were made.
Two alliances were formed to enforce the agreements of the Congress of Vienna, and also to support Europe’s
Read MoreThe Birth of the Modern World (1870-1914) and the First World War (1914-1923)
1. The Birth of the Modern World (1870-1914)
In the period between 1870 and 1914, the foundations of today’s world were established.
- Europe experienced a period of tense international relations due to rivalries between European countries, particularly Germany and France.
- Spain became a second-class power after it lost its remaining colonies in 1898.
- The industrialized countries of Europe started producing manufactured goods in enormous quantities. At the same time, they began colonizing countries and