Introduction: U.S. Funding of the UN The United Nations was established in 1945 with the ambitious goal of fostering global peace, security, and international cooperation. Over the decades, the organization has expanded its scope to encompass a wide range of humanitarian, environmental, and developmental initiatives. The United States has played a pivotal role in supporting […]
Introduction When discussing the transformations that took place in Russia following World War I, one name towers above all others: Vladimir Lenin. Born into an upper-middle-class family in 1870, Lenin’s journey from a disillusioned student to the architect of the Soviet Union reshaped not just Russia, but the entire world. His revolutionary ideas, encapsulated in […]
Introduction The Vietnam War, fought between 1955 and 1975, was a critical conflict in world history. The conflict began in 1955, and the United States became involved in the conflict to prevent the spread of communism. The war was a result of conflicting ideologies between communism and capitalism, and its impact was far-reaching, influencing global […]
Introduction The Age of Nationalism spanned roughly from the 18th to the 20th century, during which time there were major cultural and political movements that sought to create independent nation-states. These movements were driven by a desire for self-determination, where people sought to govern themselves according to their own unique cultural and linguistic identities. The […]