The Great War: A Historical Account
Causes of World War I
The outbreak of World War I stemmed from several interconnected factors:
Colonialism and Nationalism
- Rivalry between Colonial Powers: Intense competition for colonies fueled conflicts, such as those in Morocco, where Germany sought to challenge France and Great Britain’s influence.
- Nationalist Fervor: Deep-seated rivalries, particularly between France and Germany, intensified after France’s defeat in the Franco-Prussian War, which resulted in the loss of Alsace and Lorraine to
Understanding U.S. Political Terms and Landmark Cases
Key Concepts in U.S. Politics and Government
Essential Political Terminology
Clothespin Vote
The vote cast by a person who does not like either candidate, so votes for the less objectionable of the two.Ideological
A set of opinions or beliefs held by a group or an individual.Prospective Voting
Voting for a candidate based on their proposed ideas for addressing future issues (forward-looking).Retrospective Voting
Voting for or against a candidate or party based on their past performance in office ( Read MoreSpain’s Second Republic and Civil War: A Historical Account
The Reformist Biennium (December 1931 – November 1933)
During this period, Niceto Alcalá-Zamora served as President of the Republic, with Manuel Azaña as President of the Government.
- Military Reforms: Modernization of the armed forces, including voluntary withdrawal (approximately 40% of officers).
- Land Reform: Attempted expropriation of large estates and redistribution of property among landless peasants. This initiative largely failed due to political and economic obstacles.
- Social Legislation:
Venezuela’s 1835 Revolution of Reform: Overthrowing Vargas
The 1835 Revolution of Reform: Overthrowing Vargas
Despite strong military opposition, Dr. Vargas was elected President of the Republic for the period 1835-1839. However, the warlords who had opposed his candidacy began to conspire against him. A military coup erupted in Caracas in July 1835, just five months after Dr. Vargas assumed the presidency. Key figures in this military movement, known as the ***Revolution of Reform***, included General Santiago Mariño (the defeated candidate), Diego Ibarra,
Read MoreCommunism: Political System, Economic Theory, and Historical Impact
Communism
Communism is a political and economic system.
It’s defined as a system of government in which resources – such as mines, factories and farms – are owned by the whole population.Wealth is divided among citizens equally.Labor isshared equally as well.In this essay, we will focus on why the concept of Communism gained such popularity between different political parties across the world.
The idea of modern communism originated from the industrial revolution in Great Britain
Read MoreFranco’s Spain: Autarky, Crisis, and the Path to Democracy
Spain’s Autarkic Economy Under Franco (1939-1959)
The subsistence autarkic economy was an economic system implemented in Spain during the early years of Franco’s regime. It aimed at achieving self-sufficiency and minimizing reliance on foreign imports. This period was characterized by state control and isolation.
Causes of the Autarkic Economy
Destruction from the Spanish Civil War
The Civil War devastated Spain’s infrastructure, industry, and agriculture. Economic output declined sharply, and the