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Forgotten War - The Lasting Legacy of World War I

Offered By: Wondrium via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the often-overlooked impact of World War I in this 21-minute video lecture from Wondrium. Delve into the United States' pivotal role in the conflict, from President Wilson's reluctant entry to General Pershing's insistence on an independent American force. Examine the inexperience of American troops, the timing of their involvement, and its effect on German peace negotiations. Analyze Wilson's 14 Points and their reception by Allied powers, as well as the complexities of the armistice. Investigate Wilson's initial hero status in Europe and the subsequent challenges to his idealistic vision. Consider the interconnectedness of World Wars I and II, and how post-war European politics contributed to instability in the Weimar Republic. Gain a deeper understanding of this "forgotten war" and its lasting legacy on the global stage.

Syllabus

World War I Places USA on World Stage
Three Years Into WWI, Wilson Finally Concedes
General Pershing Insists on an American War
American Soldiers Suffer Massively From Inexperience
American Timing Forces German Peace Offering
Wilson´s 14 Points of Peace Mocked by Allies
Armistice Is Signed, Although Some Fighting Continues
Wilson Seen As Hero Upon Arrival in Europe
Wilson's Academic Idealism Buckles Under Politics
WWI and WWII Reveal Themselves as a Single Event
Dirty European Politics Yield Imbalance in Weimar


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Wondrium

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