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Bismarck, German Unification & the Rise of the German Empire
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick looks at the life of Otto von Birsmarck (1815-1898), his role in German unification, the rise of the German Empire, his downfall and his legacy.
1. Bismarck’s background. 2. Career progression. 3. How important was Bismarck to the cause...
Bismarck, German Unification & the Rise of the German Empire
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How stable was the Weimar Republic between 1924-29?
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Benjamin Ziemann of the University of Sheffield examines the stability of the Weimar Republic.
How stable was the Weimar Republic between 1924-29?
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Re-imagining Democracy
The History of Democracy
The following set of podcasts feature Professor Mark Philp of the University of Warwick discussing how peoples perceptions of democracy changed between 1750 and 1850 and is based on the findings of the Re-imagining democracy project, begun in 2005 by Joanna Innes and Mark Philp.
Re-imagining Democracy
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Weltpolitik and German Nationalism
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick looks at the significance and legacy of the German nineteenth century foreign policy known as Weltpolitik (or ‘world politics’).
In contrast with Bismarck’s continental Realpolitick which juggled alliances and politically isolated France in order to keep Germany safe and...
Weltpolitik and German Nationalism
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Romani History
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Eve Rosenhaft of the University of Liverpool looks at the history, diversity and development of the Romani community across Europe. She examines the role and influence of the Romani as part of European culture and history, the historic challenges they have faced and the rise of...
Romani History
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1848: Revolution in Germany
Podcast
This podcast by Dr Anna Ross of the University of Warwick focusses on the Frankfurt National Assembly and its contribution to debate surrounding German nationalism. In its discussion of the rights of German people and its creation of the Imperial Constitution, Ross argues that the Frankfurt National Assembly ultimately set...
1848: Revolution in Germany
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How unified was Germany in 1914?
Unity and diversity
In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick looks at how unified Germany was on the eve of World War I. This podcast looks at the religious, linguistic and ethnic divides in Germany. How different was life for people living in towns rather than the countriside? What...
How unified was Germany in 1914?
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Twentieth-century Poland
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Janek Gryta (University of Southampton) discusses the history and development of modern Poland from the emergence of the Second Polish Republic after World War I, Poland's experience during the interwar period, its role during and the consequences of World War II, how the Polish People's Republic evolved...
Twentieth-century Poland
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Napoleon: Man and Myth
Was Napoleon a revolutionary?
In this podcast Professor Michael Broers of the University of Oxford looks at the significance of Napoleon Bonaparte.
This podcast was funded by the Age of Revolution education legacy project and recorded with the help of Maria Edwards, Student Ambassador at the University of Kent.
Napoleon: Man and Myth
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How democratic was Germany by 1914?
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick looks at the origins of the democratic tradition in Germany and discusses how democratic Germany was on the eve of the First World War. Dr Storer examines to what extent was there mass participation in elections, high levels of...
How democratic was Germany by 1914?
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Cold War Germany
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Holger Nehring of the University of Sheffield looks at the importance of Germany in the development of the Cold War between 1948-1989
Cold War Germany
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Napoleon
Impact on France
In this podcast Dr Michael Rowe of the University of King's College University of London looks at the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte.
This podcast was funded by the Age of Revolution education legacy project.
Napoleon
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Napoleon vs Wellington
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Charles Esdaile of the Unversity of Liverpool examines the styles and impact of Napoleon and Wellington on their respective armies and their roles in the Napoleonic wars.
Napoleon vs Wellington
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Britain and Europe 1945-2005
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Stanley Henig of the University of Lancaster looks at Britain's relationship with Europe from 1945-2005.
Britain and Europe 1945-2005