Social, Political and Economic Effects of Wwi

The First World War impacted significantly on the homefronts of the participating nations in many different social, political and economic areas. There was a widespread restructuring of primary industry with a large orientation towards militarism. There was massive political change where new systems of power were introduced that gave governments a range of new powers including the control over industry. The civilian population had severe restrictions placed upon their rights and liberties due to the necessities that total war required.

The Economic, Social, and Political Impact of the First World War on Europe At the end of the First World War in 1918, the economic, social and political state of Europe was such that the potential rebuilding of the continent seemed a distant and unrealistic vision. The war had affected much of Western Europe, in particular France and Germany, not to mention Belgium, Italy and Austria. In addition vast regions of Eastern Europe also suffered dearly as Russia’s bloody involvement in the war took its toll.

After the deaths of 37,508,686 soldiers by the end of World War I, Europe was a mess. Countries had been dissolved and rearranged, governments had fallen and been replaced, and economies were thriving then crashing, all as a result from World War I. One of the main goals at the end of World War I was to prevent another tragedy like World War I from happening again. Clearly that did not happen, as World War II still happened, causing over 50 million deaths. The repercussions of World War I caused World War II due to radical ideology, bad economic conditions, and nationalism to the point of extremity.

Almost a century has passed but Australia still identifies strongly with the Anzac ‘legend' that emerged during the First World War. Entering the war as a small outpost of the British Empire, no one would have anticipated the courage and tenacity displayed by the Australian troops or the extent to which their war efforts would become the foundation of our national identity.

With death tolls peaking at 16 million the future of Europe was bleak. The First World War for many was an opportunity to reflect upon their commitment, a sense of sacrifice, to the national crisis. This overwhelming sense of pride led to the pressing notion of citizenship among the great nations. However, by the time troops returned home to their native land, they were faced with a whole new array of challenges in addition to the psychological trauma they had endured throughout the war. A new social party now supersedes the impeding economic problems in Germany. Austria-Hungary also holds their fare share of problems as it pertains to an all-new multi-ethnic diversity and lack of consolidation. For many in Europe, the Great War brought an end to the Ancien Régime in addition to society as a whole. The European population began their search for a sense of certainty and belonging in this new modern world. The promise of the enlightenment and the idea of government protection both lacked conviction and certainty in the eyes of the people. We can conclude that the idea of ** failed at making the world a more civilized

At the end of World War One, Europe was left in a devastating state, four major empires disappeared and the economy was profoundly damaged. The first global war had taken place and fear of a second one was strongly felt across the continent. In order to bring political order to European politics and to prevent such a catastrophe from ever happening again, the Paris Peace Settlement took place. The outcomes were the signing of the Treaty of Versailles and the foundation of the League of Nations in 1919. Despite the inherently weak attempts to prevent a repetition of WW1, twenty years later, WWII broke out upon the invasion of Poland by Germany. Although exploding from a

World War I gave many impacts upon the American Society from giving the U.S.A. and its industries success and economic strength. It also pushed the advances in technology and gave multiple jobs to many Americans. Women began working while their husbands were away, for the need of jobs that men would have or any other needs that needed to be done.

When you think about it WWI impacted the US in so many ways. The war made the US a major powerhouse in the world. If the war didn’t happen the US wouldn’t be as big as it is now.

World War 2 is a war that was fought globally between the years 1939 to 1945. The war mainly involved all the great powers of the world. They ended up forming 2 military alliances that opposed each other. The alliances were the Axis and allies. The World War 2 included several people adding up to 100 million. The war can said to be one of the most deadly wars as it claimed several lives (Zabecki 76). Dangerous weapons were used such as nuclear weapons. Bombing of industrial areas and population centres led to the death of millions of people. The aftermath results of World War 2 were complex political era, cultural, social and economic impact in the world. The war symbolized the decline of great super powers and the rise of a rift between United States of America (US) and the Soviet Union (USSR). This essay is going to mainly concentrate on two major impacts which will be social and economic impact.

The effect that World War I had upon civilians was devastating. WWI was a war that affected civilians on an unprecedented scale. Civilians became a military target.

Politically, the Axis powers of Italy, Japan, and Germany were defeated by the Allies (Free France, Britain, United States, and Soviet Union). World War II brought about the creation the Atlantic Charter, which was created by Winston Churchill and Franklin Roosevelt. The charter believed that the people had a right to choose their government, it denounced aggression, and it supported communal security; all this was backed by the Allies. Different territories were distributed among the victorious nations: Britain took over Greece, Soviet Union took over Bulgaria and Romania, and Britain and Greece would together manage Yugoslavia and Hungary. In 1945, Roosevelt was instrumental in the creation of the United Nations which would replace the League of Nations as a peace-keeping organization.

Twenty years after WWI, there came another great war. This war was more gruesome and bloodier than the first. There were many causes and effects to WWII. One of many causes to this war is the nationalism that took place. Both Hitler and Mussolini preached nationalism to their countries. Mussolini promised Italy that they would be as great as the Roman Empire. Both of these leaders thought that they were superior.

It was 2:58 p.m and I,Mildred Rose, was still in my social studies class learning about this boring war. Can you guess what war? If you guessed the “Great War” aka World War 1 you are right. I don’t understand the point of learning about these wars, because it happened long ago. I continued to daydream about anything other than this lesson, until I was interrupted by my teacher. “Mildred, please give me an example of how World War 1 impacted today’s society”, said Mrs.Drake. I didn’t know anything Mrs.Drake had just discussed with us, but I had to say an answer quick! “Ring! Ring! Ring!”, the bell rang because school had just ended. I apologized to her, “Sorry Mrs.Drake, I’ll give you an answer tomorrow”. No way was I going to give her

It can be argued convincingly that the United States emerged from World War I as the world superpower because of U.S intervention and President Woodrow Wilson’s diplomatic leadership. America had now become the ‘saviour of Europe.’ The United States left World War I with a major confidence boost. The war resulted in the death of empires, the birth of nations and in national boundaries being redrawn around the world. It ushered in prosperity for some countries while it brought economic depression to others. It influenced literature, changed culture and politics; social and economic climate was also impacted.

World War I was rising Nazi feeling across Europe, colonial and economic rivalries, which contributed to growing international tension. The main spark that started World War I was the assassination of the Austrian archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo in June 1914. The heart of the conflict were the Central Powers, Germany and Austria-Hungary, and the Allied Powers, Britain, France, and Russia; Italy joined later in 1915, and then United States joined in 1917. World War I was the first war to be fought on land, at sea, and in the air. World War I brought more technological innovations than any conflict in history. Machine guns, battleships, land mines, barbed wire, engine-driven transport vehicles, and other