In 1914, Europe Exercised Hegemony Over Most of the World

question 33

Essay

In 1914, Europe exercised hegemony over most of the world.In 1945, Europe lay in ruins under the shadow of two superpowers, the United States and the Soviet Union.Explain Europe's experience, both international and domestic, in the bipolar world of the second half of the twentieth century.

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Definitions:

Unemployment Rate

Number of unemployed divided by the labor force.

Property Income

Income received by owners of property for the use of their property, such as rent.

Women

Female human beings, often referred to in contexts relating to gender-specific experiences, roles, rights, and social contributions.

Poverty Rate

The percentage of the population that lives below the national poverty line, indicating the proportion of individuals or families with income levels below what is necessary for basic living conditions.