The Roots and Consequences of 20th-Century Warfare: Conflicts That Shaped the Modern World

This unique reference book introduces readers to the causes and effects of the 20th century's most significant conflicts?and explains how the impact of these conflicts still resonates today.

• Supplies introductory essays that provide detailed overviews of each conflict, as well as an in-depth look at the causes and consequences of these critical 20th-century events

• Enables students to improve their critical thinking by helping them to identify, analyze, and evaluate the relationships among multiple historical causes and effects

• Offers clear, accessible coverage of key 20th-century conflicts, such as the Irish Civil War, the Spanish Civil War, African Independence Wars, the Iran-Iraq War, and others