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Examines the events leading up to World War I, and how the United States became involved in the conflict.

Looks at the events leading up to the United States' participation in the Vietnam War.

Examines the causes and consequences of America's involvement in the war in Afghanistan.

"For a truly worldwide war to erupt, many conflicts and interests are at work. That's exactly what happened in the years leading up to World War I, also called the Great War. Conflicts between empires, alliances among nations, fights over boundaries and colonies, and the 1914 assassination of the archduke Franz Ferdinand were among the myriad of causes for this widespread war. This volume, which includes remarkable photographs from the time period, gives a thorough overview of the war and its aftermath, which would pave the way for another terrible world war just two decades later"--Amazon.com.

Explores the causes of the Afghanistan War and discusses such topics as al-Qaeda, Osama bin Laden, and the colonial history of Afghanistan.

Examines the causes of World War II, including the stipulations of the treaty that Germany was forced to sign at the end of World War I, the effects of the Great Depression, Germany's desire for colonies, and the rise of Hitler.

"A pathbreaking account of the continuing ethnic and state violence after the end of WWI--conflicts that more than anything else set the stage for WWII"--Provided by publisher.

Presents articles and essays espousing opposing viewpoints on issues regarding war, such as whether or not most war is caused by religious or secular reasons and whether or not war can ever be justified.

Presents the events that led to World War II, and examines the causes for which the combatants risked their lives.

Presents the events that led to World War I, and examines the causes for which the combatants risked their lives.