<aside> <img src="/icons/info-alternate_gray.svg" alt="/icons/info-alternate_gray.svg" width="40px" /> In this unit, we will investigate the events during and after the most widespread and devastating conflicts in history. The early 20th century brought about rapid changes in technology and the rise of world war, demagogues, and communism revolution.

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Learning Intentions

1. Understand the political and social trends that led to the First and Second World Wars
2. Analyze the causes, major events, trends, and consequences of the Russian Revolution, the Great Depression, and the rise of dictators in Europe.
3. Investigate changes in warfare for both combatants and civilians due to technology.

World War I

Outbreak of World War I

Fighting in World War I

They Shall Not Grow Old Parent Info Guide

End of World War I

World War II

Interwar Period & the Great Depression

Umberto Eco: A Practical List for Identifying Fascists

Rise of Fascism

Causes of World War II

Nazi Path to Genocide

📖 Additional Reading: Ten Stages of Genocide

Fighting in World War II

World Wars Test Review