The war left a lasting legacy on international relations from "summary" of The Pity Of War by Niall Ferguson
The Great War, as it was known at the time, indeed had a profound impact on international relations that continues to shape the world we live in today. The balance of power in Europe was forever altered by the war, with the decline of old empires and the rise of new ones. The war also changed the way nations interacted with each other, leading to the development of new diplomatic alliances and rivalries. The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, not only ended the war but also laid the groundwork for future conflicts. The harsh terms imposed on Germany fueled resentment and a desire for revenge, setting the stage for the rise of Adolf Hitler and the outbreak of World War II. The disintegration of the Ottoman Empire after the war also had far-reaching consequences, leading to the redrawing of borders in the Middle...
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