Inclusive Nationalism and Empires

A political system where the state is divided between central and regional levels, with the sub-levels representing different "homelands" or "nations" with some degree of autonomy. This is in contrast to a nation-state, which emphasizes unity and a single national identity.

A political system where a minority nation feels they're ruled by a fundamentally alien power, often characterized by a lack of political will from both sides.

A nation that defines itself based on residence, loyalty, and political support, regardless of ethnicity. This concept emphasizes shared political participation and equality.

A nation that defines itself based on shared lineage, ancestry, or blood ties.

A critique of Western civilization, often portraying it as materialistic, disconnected, and lacking spirituality. It suggests that non-Western societies are more organic and rooted in nature.

A political ideology that advocates for a strong, unified national identity, often coupled with a rejection of multiculturalism and liberalism.

A period of intense competition among European powers driven by the desire for colonies and global dominance.

The idea that advanced nations have a moral obligation to spread their civilization and culture to other societies, often justifying colonization and subjugation.

The theory that war is inevitable in the international system due to the growth of power among states, which creates fear and insecurity among other states.

The period of intense political, economic, and social transformation that followed World War I, marked by the collapse of empires, the rise of revolutionary ideologies, and the emergence of powerful states like the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany.

A set of theories and ideas stemming from Karl Marx, emphasizing the class struggle between workers and the capitalist elite.

A political ideology that combines communist ideas with an intense emphasis on the nation state.

The theory that war is a result of the economic competition among capitalist states, driven by the need to control markets and resources.

The idea that the growth of power among states, particularly the rise of a strong and powerful state, can disrupt the balance of the international system and create conditions for war.

The period from the end of World War I to the collapse of the Soviet Union, characterized by a global ideological struggle between capitalism and communism, reflected in the Cold War.

A political system characterized by one-party rule, censorship, suppression of dissent, and often the use of violence and terror to maintain control.

The use of advanced technologies, particularly machine guns and tanks, in warfare during World War I, leading to a new level of destruction and a shift in the balance of power between offense and defense.

The French military doctrine of preemptive attack and rapid advance, which contributed to the outbreak of World War I by creating a situation of constant mobilization and suspicion.

The period in European history that witnessed the rise of nationalism, often leading to wars of national unification and territorial expansion.

The process of nation-states unifying their citizens, often through wars to include all members of a nation within the same territorial boundaries.

The theory that the economic instability and contraction during the Great Depression of 1873-1896 drove competing states toward imperialism to secure control over resources and markets.

The theory that the social and cultural structures of 19th century Europe, carrying over feudal elements, fueled imperialism as a way for the old military elite to maintain their power and social standing.

The use of advanced technology in warfare, such as machine guns and tanks, that altered the nature of warfare and resulted in unprecedented levels of destruction during World War I.

The period following World War I where a sense of disillusionment, pacifism, and a rejection of war spread throughout the world, often fueled by the horrors of the conflict.

The process where states increasingly intervened in their economies to regulate and control the allocation of resources and the functioning of markets, driven by the experience of World War I.

The theory that the outbreak of World War I was linked to a combination of factors, including the rise of Germany, the complex web of alliances, and nationalistic tensions.

The process of a nation-state dissolving, often due to internal forces or external pressure, leading to the creation of new states or regions with independent identities.

A period of history marked by a major shift in global power dynamics, with a single dominant state, often the United States, exercising significant influence and military dominance.

The period following the collapse of the Soviet Union, characterized by a resurgence of great power competition, particularly between the United States, Russia, and China.