The Roots and Consequences of 20th-Century Warfare: Conflicts That Shaped the Modern World

Spencer C. Tucker

The Roots and Consequences of 20th-Century Warfare: Conflicts That Shaped the Modern World
Format
Hardback
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Country
United States
Published
6 September 2016
Pages
545
ISBN
9781610698016

The Roots and Consequences of 20th-Century Warfare: Conflicts That Shaped the Modern World

Spencer C. Tucker

This unique reference book introduces readers to the causes and effects of the 20th century’s most significant conflicts-and explains how the impact of these conflicts still resonates today.

The Roots and Consequences of 20th-Century Warfare: Conflicts That Shaped the Modern World introduces students to the causes and effects of the 20th century’s most significant conflicts. Covering conflicts that occurred in all regions of the world, readers will gain knowledge on the causes and consequences of each conflict and become familiar with the historical context needed to understand the roots and consequences of these seminal events. The text also identifies key opponents in each conflict and illuminates the reasons why each country or group decided to fight, the scope of their involvement in the war, and the impact of the war.

Reference entries on key battles are presented in chronological order, supplying engaging details on the events and people who shaped each war. The book also supplies maps of the key battles to illuminate the strategic movements of both sides of the conflict. A lengthy bibliography offers a wealth of options to readers seeking more sources of information on any of the conflicts.

Supplies introductory essays that provide detailed overviews of each conflict, as well as an in-depth look at the causes and consequences of these critical 20th-century events

Enables students to improve their critical thinking by helping them to identify, analyze, and evaluate the relationships among multiple historical causes and effects

Offers clear, accessible coverage of key 20th-century conflicts, such as the Irish Civil War, the Spanish Civil War, African Independence Wars, the Iran-Iraq War, and others

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