In the aftermath of the First World War, France and Germany sought ways to cooperate throughout the 1920s in order to provide economic stability and security for both countries. This resulted in the foundations for the European Union, but a second world war would derail the project for a generation. Explaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸
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Explaining History Podcast
For more than a decade, the Explaining History Podcast has helped listeners around the world make sense of modern history. What began in 2012 as a simple experiment—short, accessible episodes explaining major historical events—has grown into a long-running library of carefully researched, thoughtful explorations of the 20th and 21st centuries.
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