Dive deep into the complex history of World War I with Professor Holger Afflerbach as we explore pivotal events, strategic decisions, and the key figures that shaped Germany's role in the war.
From delving into the origins of the conflict beyond the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand to the influential decisions of Hindenburg and Ludendorff, we tackle multifaceted perspectives on Germany's socio-economic landscape, internal struggles, and the war's overarching impact on the world stage.
Join us as Professor Afflerbach unravels fresh insights, presents reflective analysis, and discusses his intriguing research findings that shed new light on the great war. A must-watch for history buffs and anyone eager to grasp the intricacies of WWI.
00:00 - Introduction
00:17 - Who is Holger Afflerbach?
04:20 - Did Germany Fully Commit to Total War in WWI? Plus, Insights into the Fisher Controversy
08:36 - Uncertainty of WWI's Outcome: Identifying the Turning Point and Subsequent Progression
15:47 - What Really Ignited WWI: Beyond the Assassination, Unraveling the Origins of the Conflict
21:34 - Assessing the Significance and Ramifications of the Schlieffen Plan's Failure
25:02 - Spotlight on Key German Military Figures: Hindenburg and Ludendorff, Their Choices, and Their Influence on the War
30:43 - Scrutinising Germany's Internal Strife and Its Impact on the War
34:55 - Russia's Early Exit from WWI: Understanding the Dynamics Despite Germany Rejecting Russia's Peace Proposals
41:09 - Deciphering Germany's Socio-economic Landscape During the War and Its Impact on the War Effort
49:30 - The Shadow of WWI on WWII: A Reflective Analysis
55:53 - The Main Reasons for Germany's Defeat in WWI
58:34 - Imagining a Dinner with a WWI Figure: Who Would Be the Guest?
01:00:45 - Revealing an Unexpected Discovery from Your Research
01:02:30 - Final Thoughts
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