The war challenged existing power structures from "summary" of The Pity Of War by Niall Ferguson
The war was not just a military conflict; it was a clash of power structures, a challenge to the established hierarchy of nations. The traditional powers of Europe, such as Britain and Germany, were forced to reassess their positions in the face of new contenders like the United States and Japan. These rising powers threatened to upset the delicate balance of power that had kept the peace for so long. The war also challenged the internal power structures of the warring nations. Governments were tested as never before, with leaders forced to make difficult decisions that would have far-reaching consequences. The war demanded a level of centralization and coordination that had never been seen before, as economies were mobilized for total war and entire populations were called upon to support the effort. The war challenged the power structures within societies as well. The traditional hierarchies of class and gender were upended by the demands of war. Women...
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