Peace of Westphalia (1648)

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What event did the Peace of Westphalia treaties end in the Holy Roman Empire?

The Thirty Years’ War

Which European power formally recognized the independence of the Dutch Republic through the Peace of Westphalia treaties?

Spain

What did the Peace of Westphalia treaties create a basis for in Europe?

National self-determination

During the period of colonialism and imperialism, which European powers sought to expand their influence through overseas exploration and conquest?

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What were European powers motivated by during the period of colonialism and imperialism?

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What event triggered the start of World War I?

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Who were the primary parties involved in the Cold War?

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What was the main ideology behind Hitler's actions in World War II?

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When did the Cold War end, and what were the significant events marking its conclusion?

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What economic crisis was triggered by World War II and how many nations were involved in the conflict?

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Peace of Westphalia treaties ended...

The Thirty Years’ War in the Holy Roman Empire

Dutch Republic's independence treaty

Spain formally recognized Dutch independence through the Peace of Westphalia.

Peace of Westphalia impact

Created a basis for national self-determination in Europe.

Colonialism motivations

Economic interests and political ambitions.

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Cold War sides

United States and its allies versus Soviet Union and its allies.

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WWI trigger

Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary.

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Hitler's ideology in WWII

Belief in Aryan supremacy and Lebensraum.

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Cold War end date

1991, with the Soviet Union's dissolution

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WWII's economic result

Triggered the Great Depression

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WWII participants

Over 50 nations were involved in the conflict

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