Modern scholar.

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The origins and importance of World War II -- The international system of the 1920s and 1930s -- The outbreak of war in Europe -- The fall of France, the Battle of Britain, and Hitler's decision to attack Russia -- Operations Barbarossa and war clouds over the Pacific -- Turning point: 1942 -- Allies on the offensive -- End of the Pacific war

Polelle examines the origins, major events, and consquences of the Second World War. Taking in account the First World War's effect on politics, economics, culture, and the international system as a whole, the course illustrates the ideologies at play as communism, fascism, and democratic capitalism came into direct conflict. Polelle also imagines a number of "what ifs," including what whould have happened if Hitler had not invaded the Soviet Union, and concludes with a consideration of the legacy of World War II

"8 lectures"--Container

Recording originally produced by Crescite Group, LLC, p2014

Unabridged

Lectures given by Mark R. Polelle, University of Findlay