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Where was Osama bin Laden initially feared to be during the US invasion?
Where was Osama bin Laden initially feared to be during the US invasion?
What was the false information used to justify the invasion of Iraq?
What was the false information used to justify the invasion of Iraq?
What is the concept that emerged in the early 1990s, where democratic republics and global capitalism would bring benefits to everyone?
What is the concept that emerged in the early 1990s, where democratic republics and global capitalism would bring benefits to everyone?
What event marked the end of the era of global capitalism and democratic republics in the early 1990s?
What event marked the end of the era of global capitalism and democratic republics in the early 1990s?
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What was the outcome of the US efforts in Afghanistan?
What was the outcome of the US efforts in Afghanistan?
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What was the impact of the US involvement in Afghanistan and Iraq on US politics?
What was the impact of the US involvement in Afghanistan and Iraq on US politics?
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Which of the following was NOT a target of the 9-11 attacks?
Which of the following was NOT a target of the 9-11 attacks?
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What was the consequence of the lack of proper intelligence in Afghanistan and Iraq?
What was the consequence of the lack of proper intelligence in Afghanistan and Iraq?
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What did the events of 9-11 awaken the world to?
What did the events of 9-11 awaken the world to?
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What was the consequence of the events of 9-11 on the world?
What was the consequence of the events of 9-11 on the world?
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What event is referred to as '9-11' in the context of this video series?
What event is referred to as '9-11' in the context of this video series?
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Which country was purported to have been attacked by the same group behind the 9-11 attacks?
Which country was purported to have been attacked by the same group behind the 9-11 attacks?
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What was the outcome of the failed attack on the White House?
What was the outcome of the failed attack on the White House?
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What was the era that began in Russia after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991?
What was the era that began in Russia after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991?
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What was the most destructive military action on the continental United States?
What was the most destructive military action on the continental United States?
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Which administration responded to the 9/11 attack?
Which administration responded to the 9/11 attack?
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Where did the United States invade in response to the 9/11 attack?
Where did the United States invade in response to the 9/11 attack?
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Who was the leader of the terrorist organization Al-Qaeda?
Who was the leader of the terrorist organization Al-Qaeda?
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What was the result of the 1990s presidential election?
What was the result of the 1990s presidential election?
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What was the name of the ruling party in Afghanistan?
What was the name of the ruling party in Afghanistan?
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How long did the effort to find Osama bin Laden last?
How long did the effort to find Osama bin Laden last?
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What was the impact of the 9/11 attack on the world?
What was the impact of the 9/11 attack on the world?
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Study Notes
Historical Context of the Internet
- The Internet emerged in the mid-1990s, marked by the Clinton administration's shift of responsibility from the Department of Defense and the National Science Foundation to the Department of Commerce.
- This period saw the dramatic rise of information technologies, commerce, communication, and content sharing globally.
Post-World War II Era
- The United States emerged predominant in all areas of civilization, culture, and power relationships after World War II.
- The war led to the US's least hurt and most benefited, despite hundreds of thousands of American deaths and 50 million global deaths.
- The US contributed significantly to the rebuilding of Japan and Germany, making them prosperous and peaceful.
Atomic Bomb and Conventional Warfare
- The atomic bomb was developed and used in Japan (Hiroshima and Nagasaki) during World War II.
- Conventional warfare caused significant destruction in Europe, as seen in the city of Dresden.
Shift in Alliances
- The nuclear addition to military power led to a quick shift in allies between the US, Britain, France, and the Soviet Union (Russia) after World War II.
Cultural Concepts of the 1960s
- The late 1950s to 1960s saw the advocacy of hallucinogenic drugs, including LSD, by leaders like Harvard professors and researchers.
- The Central Intelligence Agency also explored the use of these drugs.
- Cannabis was another drug being explored, which is now being legalized in many states and reclassified at the federal level.
Higher Education and Social Reform
- The Higher Education Act of 1965 opened up higher education to more people, especially the middle class.
- This was part of President Lyndon Johnson's "Great Society" package, inherited from President Kennedy's 1963 vision.
- The Act aimed to expand opportunities and possibilities to the most needed areas of society.
Healthcare Reform
- Medicare and Medicaid were introduced to provide medical help to the elderly and the poorest segments of society.
Civil Rights Movement
- The Voting Rights Act of 1965 aimed to clear away obstacles that prevented African-Americans from voting, particularly in southern states.
- The Civil Rights Act of 1963 made segregation and segregation practices illegal, ending practices like separate water fountains, segregated buses, and discriminatory service signs.
Post-Cold War Era
- Following the end of the Cold War, there was a sense of triumphalism in the Western world, with the idea that democratic republics could be created globally and that everyone would benefit from global capitalism.
9/11 and the Rise of Terrorism
- On September 11, 2001, a terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. marked a turning point in global politics.
- The events of 9/11 were carried out by the terrorist organization Al-Qaeda, led by Osama bin Laden.
- This attack was seen as a dramatic shift from traditional nation-state conflicts to a new era of non-state terrorist threats.
International Response to 9/11
- The United States invaded Afghanistan, where Al-Qaeda was believed to be based, in an effort to find Osama bin Laden and eliminate the terrorist threat.
- The invasion of Iraq in 2003, based on false information about weapons of mass destruction, further polarized politics in the United States.
Domestic and International Consequences
- The events of 9/11 led to a more sobering and security-focused administration under President George W. Bush.
- The war on terror and the invasion of Afghanistan and Iraq created a climate of distrust and concern about government in the United States.
- This era marked a significant shift in global politics and international relations, with a focus on counter-terrorism and security.
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Description
This lecture explores the historical context of the Internet's emergence and its dynamic relationship with society, tracing back to the mid-1990s and the Clinton administration's role in shaping its development.
