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Ataturk, Founder of Modern Turkey
directed by Zelfa Olivier, fl. 2001; produced by Tarquin Olivier, 1936- (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2001), 58 mins
This is the colorful story of Mustafa Kemal, later known as Ataturk, the controversial and charismatic leader of Turkey after the first World War. The documentary traces the rise of modern Turkey, which acts as a bridge between Europe and the Middle East. Ataturk was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize even though...
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directed by Zelfa Olivier, fl. 2001; produced by Tarquin Olivier, 1936- (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2001), 58 mins
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This is the colorful story of Mustafa Kemal, later known as Ataturk, the controversial and charismatic leader of Turkey after the first World War. The documentary traces the rise of modern Turkey, which acts as a bridge between Europe and the Middle East. Ataturk was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize even though his rise to power came from his role in the First World War. He established peace on the borders of Turkey in marked contrast to the e...
This is the colorful story of Mustafa Kemal, later known as Ataturk, the controversial and charismatic leader of Turkey after the first World War. The documentary traces the rise of modern Turkey, which acts as a bridge between Europe and the Middle East. Ataturk was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize even though his rise to power came from his role in the First World War. He established peace on the borders of Turkey in marked contrast to the expansionist old Ottoman Empire. His first and greatest reform was to secularize the country in order to bring it into the modern world. Under his leadership, women were emancipated, certain minorities were guaranteed equal rights, and the Latin alphabet replaced of Arabic script. Along with rare archival footage there are commentaries from experts such as Prof. Vamik Volkan and Prof. Geoffrey Lewis, and interviews with his adopted daughter, Ulku, with Suleyman Demirel, President of the Turkish Republic, and with the Patriach of the Orthodox church. Turkey holds a key role in the mid Eastern affairs, and this film will enlighten students about its history. High School College Adult
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Tarquin Olivier, 1936-
Author / Creator
Zelfa Olivier, fl. 2001
Date Published / Released
2001
Publisher
Filmakers Library
Speaker / Narrator
Tarquin Olivier, 1936-
Person Discussed
Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, 1881-1938
Topic / Theme
Battles, Church and state relations, Democracy, International relations, Military strategy, Revolutions, Women's rights, Gallipoli Campaign, 1915-1916, Political and Social Movements, Religion and Belief Systems, War and Violence, World History
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Copyright © 2001. Used by permission of Filmakers Library. All rights reserved.
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Days of Decision: An Oral History of Conscientious Objectors In the Military During the Vietnam War
edited by Gerald R. Gioglio (Lavallette, NJ: Broken Rifle Press, 1989), 338 page(s)
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edited by Gerald R. Gioglio (Lavallette, NJ: Broken Rifle Press, 1989), 338 page(s)
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Oral history
Contributor
Gerald R. Gioglio
Date Published / Released
1989
Publisher
Broken Rifle Press
Topic / Theme
Pacifism, Conscientious objectors, Vietnam War, 1956-1975, Vietnam War
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Copyright © 1989 Broken Rifle Press
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Gandhi: His Life and Legacy, Part 2: The Rise to Fame
directed by Jonathan Mayo, fl. 2010; produced by Jonathan Mayo, fl. 2010 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2009, originally published 2009), 53 mins
Mishal Husain traces Gandhi’s transformation from obscure lawyer to ‘Father Of The Nation’ and discovers a more complicated and intriguing man than the saintly Hollywood version. Gandhi had to face unpopularity, political failure and British jails. But in 1930, he triumphs, launching the most astute campaign...
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directed by Jonathan Mayo, fl. 2010; produced by Jonathan Mayo, fl. 2010 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2009, originally published 2009), 53 mins
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Mishal Husain traces Gandhi’s transformation from obscure lawyer to ‘Father Of The Nation’ and discovers a more complicated and intriguing man than the saintly Hollywood version. Gandhi had to face unpopularity, political failure and British jails. But in 1930, he triumphs, launching the most astute campaign of the age: the 240-mile Salt March that succeeded in humiliating the British Raj.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Jonathan Mayo, fl. 2010, Mishal Husain, 1973-
Author / Creator
Jonathan Mayo, fl. 2010
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Speaker / Narrator
Mishal Husain, 1973-
Person Discussed
Mahatma Gandhi, 1869-1948
Topic / Theme
Political demonstrations, Religious beliefs, Social activism and activists, Social classes, Violence, Amritsar Massacre, April 13, 1919, Rowlatt Act Passed, London, England, March 10, 1919, Salt Satyagraha, India, May 1930, Political and Social Movements, Religion and Belief Systems, War and Violence, World History, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Horrible Histories, Series 6, Episode 15, Savage Songs
directed by Ian Curtis, 1972- and Simon Gibney, fl. 1981; produced by All3Media and Lion Television, in Horrible Histories, Series 6, Episode 15 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2015), 31 mins
Delve deeper into the dastardly deeds of history’s greatest blockbuster rulers as the latest series dishes up the much-loved revolting recipe of sketches and songs, peppered with gruesome gags and hideous hilarity, but adds a bold new twist and an exciting new cast. Each episode will take a sideways look at the...
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directed by Ian Curtis, 1972- and Simon Gibney, fl. 1981; produced by All3Media and Lion Television, in Horrible Histories, Series 6, Episode 15 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2015), 31 mins
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Delve deeper into the dastardly deeds of history’s greatest blockbuster rulers as the latest series dishes up the much-loved revolting recipe of sketches and songs, peppered with gruesome gags and hideous hilarity, but adds a bold new twist and an exciting new cast. Each episode will take a sideways look at the life and times of one prominent historical figure, capturing the rottenest, most remarkable names across history in all their gruesome...
Delve deeper into the dastardly deeds of history’s greatest blockbuster rulers as the latest series dishes up the much-loved revolting recipe of sketches and songs, peppered with gruesome gags and hideous hilarity, but adds a bold new twist and an exciting new cast. Each episode will take a sideways look at the life and times of one prominent historical figure, capturing the rottenest, most remarkable names across history in all their gruesome glory, as well as featuring the return of some much-loved crowd pleasers. Historically correct and hugely entertaining, it stars an ensemble cast of renowned comic actors. And it wouldn’t be Horrible Histories without the brilliant character songs loved by children and adults alike!
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Instructional material
Contributor
All3Media, Lion Television
Author / Creator
Ian Curtis, 1972-, Simon Gibney, fl. 1981
Date Published / Released
2015
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Horrible Histories
Person Discussed
John, King of England, 1166-1216, Julius Caesar, 100 BC-44 BC, Cleopatra, 69 BC-30 BC, Mary, Queen of Scots, 1542-1587, William, the Conqueror, 1028-1087, Boudica, Queen of the Iceni, Alfred, the Great, 0849-0899, Henry VIII, King of England, 1491-1547
Topic / Theme
War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, Religion and Belief Systems, Classical Period (1000 BCE–500 CE), Early Modern Period (1450–1750), Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
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Infamous Assassinations, 11, The Assassination of Zia Ul Haq
in Infamous Assassinations, 11 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2007, originally published 2007), 26 mins
On August 17 1988, en route for a military base in Northern Pakistan, Pakistan’s pro-military strongman was brought down by a bomb in his Hercules transport plane, possibly in retaliation for helping the rebels fight the Russians in Afghanistan. Was a Russian agent in the aircraft minutes before he took off?
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in Infamous Assassinations, 11 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2007, originally published 2007), 26 mins
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On August 17 1988, en route for a military base in Northern Pakistan, Pakistan’s pro-military strongman was brought down by a bomb in his Hercules transport plane, possibly in retaliation for helping the rebels fight the Russians in Afghanistan. Was a Russian agent in the aircraft minutes before he took off?
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Robert Powell, 1944-
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Infamous Assassinations
Speaker / Narrator
Robert Powell, 1944-
Person Discussed
Indira Gandhi, 1917-1984, Muhammad Zia-Ul-Haq, 1924-1988
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Assassinations, Coup d'etat, Crossing borders, Heads of state, Islam, Military campaigns, Military personnel, Revolutions, India-Pakistan War, 1947-1948, Partitioning of India and Pakistan, 1947, Soviet Union, 1922-1991, Political and Social Movements, Religion and Belief Systems, War and Violence, World History, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Infamous Assassinations, Episode 6, The Attempt on Pope John Paul II
directed by Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003 and Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010; produced by Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010 and Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003, Nugus/Martin Productions, in Infamous Assassinations, Episode 6 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2007), 26 mins
Get ready to witness the 20th Century's most damaging and outrageous assassination attempts, first-hand. From the assassination of John F Kennedy to the gunning down of Mahatma Gandhi, the tragic shooting of John Lennon to the brutal bombing of one of Hitler's henchmen, this series brings you as close to the kille...
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directed by Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003 and Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010; produced by Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010 and Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003, Nugus/Martin Productions, in Infamous Assassinations, Episode 6 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2007), 26 mins
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Get ready to witness the 20th Century's most damaging and outrageous assassination attempts, first-hand. From the assassination of John F Kennedy to the gunning down of Mahatma Gandhi, the tragic shooting of John Lennon to the brutal bombing of one of Hitler's henchmen, this series brings you as close to the killers as the cameramen themselves - which sometimes means just a few feet. Using rare archive footage and reconstructions, each episode fo...
Get ready to witness the 20th Century's most damaging and outrageous assassination attempts, first-hand. From the assassination of John F Kennedy to the gunning down of Mahatma Gandhi, the tragic shooting of John Lennon to the brutal bombing of one of Hitler's henchmen, this series brings you as close to the killers as the cameramen themselves - which sometimes means just a few feet. Using rare archive footage and reconstructions, each episode focuses on a different story, from attacks on royalty, politicians and guerrilla leaders to media personalities who all, for one reason or another, stepped in the way of an assassin determined to bring their life to an end. Many of their motives have remained shrouded in mystery. Until now...
On 13 May 1981, in front of a crowd of 20,000 people in St Peter’s Square, a young Turkish gunman shot the Polish Pope, possibly at the behest of the Russians who were concerned at the inspiration he was providing to Poland and the Solidarity Movement.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010, Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003, Nugus/Martin Productions, Robert Powell, fl. 1995
Author / Creator
Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003, Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Infamous Assassinations
Speaker / Narrator
Robert Powell, fl. 1995
Person Discussed
John Paul II, Pope, 1920-2005
Topic / Theme
Pope John Paul II, Assassination Attempt, Fátima, Portugal, May 12, 1982, Pope John Paul II, Assassination Attempt, Vatican City, May 13, 1981, Religion and Belief Systems, Political and Social Movements, War and Violence, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Infamous Assassinations, Episode 21, The Assassination of Mahatma Gandhi
directed by Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003 and Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010; produced by Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010 and Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003, Nugus/Martin Productions, in Infamous Assassinations, Episode 21 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2007), 26 mins
Get ready to witness the 20th Century's most damaging and outrageous assassination attempts, first-hand. From the assassination of John F Kennedy to the gunning down of Mahatma Gandhi, the tragic shooting of John Lennon to the brutal bombing of one of Hitler's henchmen, this series brings you as close to the kille...
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directed by Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003 and Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010; produced by Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010 and Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003, Nugus/Martin Productions, in Infamous Assassinations, Episode 21 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2007), 26 mins
Description
Get ready to witness the 20th Century's most damaging and outrageous assassination attempts, first-hand. From the assassination of John F Kennedy to the gunning down of Mahatma Gandhi, the tragic shooting of John Lennon to the brutal bombing of one of Hitler's henchmen, this series brings you as close to the killers as the cameramen themselves - which sometimes means just a few feet. Using rare archive footage and reconstructions, each episode fo...
Get ready to witness the 20th Century's most damaging and outrageous assassination attempts, first-hand. From the assassination of John F Kennedy to the gunning down of Mahatma Gandhi, the tragic shooting of John Lennon to the brutal bombing of one of Hitler's henchmen, this series brings you as close to the killers as the cameramen themselves - which sometimes means just a few feet. Using rare archive footage and reconstructions, each episode focuses on a different story, from attacks on royalty, politicians and guerrilla leaders to media personalities who all, for one reason or another, stepped in the way of an assassin determined to bring their life to an end. Many of their motives have remained shrouded in mystery. Until now...
India’s greatest founding father was a champion of peaceful protest. He was gunned down by Nathuram Godse, a fanatical Hindu, in the gardens of Birla House on 30 January 1948 while on his way to attend a prayer meeting.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010, Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003, Nugus/Martin Productions, Robert Powell, fl. 1995
Author / Creator
Nicolas Wright, fl. 2003, Jonathan Martin, fl. 1990-2010
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Infamous Assassinations
Speaker / Narrator
Robert Powell, fl. 1995
Person Discussed
Mahatma Gandhi, 1869-1948
Topic / Theme
Mahatma Gandhi, Assassination, New Delhi, India, January 30, 1948, Political and Social Movements, War and Violence, Religion and Belief Systems, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Inside the Closed Kingdom: Saudi Arabia
produced by Australian Broadcasting Corporation (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2006), 40 mins
It has become apparent over the past few years that an increasingly destabilized Saudi Arabia is more willing to listen to Islamic fundamentalists and to bankroll the Al-Qaeda terrorist network in a holy war against the West. This troubling film includes an interview with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Abdullah ibn A...
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produced by Australian Broadcasting Corporation (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2006), 40 mins
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It has become apparent over the past few years that an increasingly destabilized Saudi Arabia is more willing to listen to Islamic fundamentalists and to bankroll the Al-Qaeda terrorist network in a holy war against the West. This troubling film includes an interview with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Abdullah ibn Abdul-aziz al-Saud who is effectively the country's ruler. He states that he is unaware of any Saudi funds going to terrorist groups. Am...
It has become apparent over the past few years that an increasingly destabilized Saudi Arabia is more willing to listen to Islamic fundamentalists and to bankroll the Al-Qaeda terrorist network in a holy war against the West. This troubling film includes an interview with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Abdullah ibn Abdul-aziz al-Saud who is effectively the country's ruler. He states that he is unaware of any Saudi funds going to terrorist groups. American attorneys working for the families of victims from September 11, 2001claim otherwise. One attorney, Allan Gerson, is suing Saudi charities, banks and members of the royal family for $2 trillion for allegedly financing the September 11 attacks. He claims to have evidence that money went from Saudi charities, via terrorist cells in Europe, to the Jema'ah Islamiah group in Southeast Asia for the Bali bombing, and that they were the same people who funded the Twin Towers attack This film obtained rare access to the "closed kingdom," where we see a country full of frustrated young people - sixty percent under the age of 25 - who are increasingly alienated, both by some in the royal family and perceived American aggression against Muslim countries College Adult
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
Filmakers Library
Topic / Theme
Politics, Humanities
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Copyright © 2006. Used by permission of Filmakers Library. All rights reserved.
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Islam & America: Through the Eyes of Imran Khan
produced by Journeyman Pictures (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2002), 27 mins
Why do so many Muslims hate the United States? What has America done to alienate so many people in the Muslim world? Imran Khan, a Pakistani celebrity cricket player turned politician, tries to answer these questions in this provocative documentary filmed in locations throughout Pakistan. He examines the political...
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produced by Journeyman Pictures (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2002), 27 mins
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Why do so many Muslims hate the United States? What has America done to alienate so many people in the Muslim world? Imran Khan, a Pakistani celebrity cricket player turned politician, tries to answer these questions in this provocative documentary filmed in locations throughout Pakistan. He examines the political, social and economic causes of the schism between the Islamic world and the West. The film takes us to Islamabad's Women's College, wh...
Why do so many Muslims hate the United States? What has America done to alienate so many people in the Muslim world? Imran Khan, a Pakistani celebrity cricket player turned politician, tries to answer these questions in this provocative documentary filmed in locations throughout Pakistan. He examines the political, social and economic causes of the schism between the Islamic world and the West. The film takes us to Islamabad's Women's College, where the students are mainly from privileged, middle class backgrounds. But even here, the underlying feeling is that the United States only cares or acts when its own people are at risk and that many American policies are determined on racial grounds against "black or brown people". In Peshawar, anti-war demonstrators believe that the war on Afghanistan following September 11th, was not justified because the West did not provide proof of the Taliban's culpability. In this part of the world, the spectre of the IMF looms large. Khan notes that as the services provided by the Pakistani government diminish under the pressure of its debts, the vacuum created has been filled by others. The poor turn to religious schools, often breeding grounds for a more intolerant version of Islam. Unsurprisingly, their influence is strongest where poverty is most pronounced. This fascinating and highly resonant report goes a long way towards explaining the problematic nature of the relationship between Islam and the West. It is a schism that developed long before the bombing of Afghanistan, and is likely to take even longer to heal. College Adult
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Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Journeyman Pictures
Date Published / Released
2002
Publisher
Filmakers Library
Topic / Theme
International relations, Politics, Religion, Humanities
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2002. Used by permission of Filmakers Library. All rights reserved.
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Jews & Muslims: Intimate Strangers, 3, The Separation (1789-1945)
directed by Karim Miské, 1964-; produced by Anne Labro and Jean Labib, fl. 1981, Film Ideas, in Jews & Muslims: Intimate Strangers, 3 (Wheeling, IL: Film Ideas), 54 mins
History now takes us to Europe: the French Revolution. Nation-states. The Jews, now European citizens, became the target of a more asserted anti-Semitism. But having incorporated the new national elites, they began to take a greater interest in the fate of the Jews in the Muslim world and to play the role of their...
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directed by Karim Miské, 1964-; produced by Anne Labro and Jean Labib, fl. 1981, Film Ideas, in Jews & Muslims: Intimate Strangers, 3 (Wheeling, IL: Film Ideas), 54 mins
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History now takes us to Europe: the French Revolution. Nation-states. The Jews, now European citizens, became the target of a more asserted anti-Semitism. But having incorporated the new national elites, they began to take a greater interest in the fate of the Jews in the Muslim world and to play the role of their protectors. Trapped between Zionism and Arabic nationalism, Palestine — called “Southern Syria” by the Ottomans — became the o...
History now takes us to Europe: the French Revolution. Nation-states. The Jews, now European citizens, became the target of a more asserted anti-Semitism. But having incorporated the new national elites, they began to take a greater interest in the fate of the Jews in the Muslim world and to play the role of their protectors. Trapped between Zionism and Arabic nationalism, Palestine — called “Southern Syria” by the Ottomans — became the object of religious and political contention.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Anne Labro, Jean Labib, fl. 1981, Film Ideas, Tanya Blumstein, fl. 2005
Author / Creator
Karim Miské, 1964-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
Film Ideas
Series
Jews & Muslims: Intimate Strangers
Speaker / Narrator
Tanya Blumstein, fl. 2005
Person Discussed
Adolf Hitler, 1889-1945
Topic / Theme
Antisemitism, Revolutions, Hate groups, International relations, Nazism, Religion, Nationalism, French Revolution, 1789-1799, World War II, 1939-1945, World War I, 1914-1918, Political and Social Movements, War and Violence, Jews, Arabs, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Copyright © 2014 Film Ideas, Inc.
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