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  • An Introduction to the German Democratic Republic

      Modern German History
    In this podcast Professor Matthew Stibbe of Sheffield Hallam University provides an introduction to the German Democratic Republic.
    An Introduction to the German Democratic Republic

  • German Women 1900-1945

      Modern German History
    In this podcast Professor Matthew Stibbe of Sheffield Hallam University discusses how the role and status of women developed in Germany from the late 19th Century to the end of the 1940s.
    German Women 1900-1945

  • 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?

  • 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?

  • 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

  • The German Industrial and Scientific Revolution

      Podcast
    In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick examines the factors that led to Germany’s industrial and scientific revolution in the 19th century and its significance. Though German was previously seen as a nation of intellectuals dating back to the reformation with Luther, and more recently with Kant, Hegel and...
    The German Industrial and Scientific Revolution

  • 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

  • Germany: The Two Ottos, 1848-1871

      Podcast
    In this podcast, Dr. Anna Ross of the University of Warwick considers both Otto von Manteuffel and Otto von Bismarck by examining the roles each played in the unification of Germany. She particularly focuses on Otto von Manteuffel and his contributions while in office, specifically his backing of constitutions, his reform of...
    Germany: The Two Ottos, 1848-1871

  • Germany after the 1848 Revolutions

      Beyond the Barricades
    In this podcast Dr Anna Ross analyzes the long-term impact of the 1848 Revolutions. Though the revoking of many constitutions at the time has caused the period to be viewed as a loss for liberal ideology, Ross discusses how these actions could be viewed as beneficial. Despite the constitutional rollback, government action...
    Germany after the 1848 Revolutions

  • The Origins of the Spanish Civil War

      A Modern History of Spain
    In this podcast Dr Peter Anderson of the University of Leeds looks at the origins of the Spanish Civil War.
    The Origins of the Spanish Civil War

  • Life in East Germany and the collapse of the GDR

      Modern German History
    In this podcast Dr Hester Vaizey looks at what life was like for East Germans and also examines what led to the collapse of the GDR and the impact of reunification.
    Life in East Germany and the collapse of the GDR

  • Was the Weimar Republic the heir to the German Empire?

      Change and continuity
    In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick asks to what extent was the Weimar Republic a continuation of the German Empire and to what extent it was a break with the past.
    Was the Weimar Republic the heir to the German Empire?

  • How popular was the Nazi regime?

      20th Century German History
    In this podcast Sir Ian Kershaw looks at the popularity of the Nazi regime.
    How popular was the Nazi regime?

  • Nazi Policy: From persecution to extermination

      20th Century German History
    In this podcast Sir Ian Kershaw examines how Nazi policy on the Jews progressed from persecution to extermination.
    Nazi Policy: From persecution to extermination

  • How was the Nazi Party formed?

      20th Century German History
    In this podcast Professor Benjamin Ziemann of the University of Sheffield talks about how the Nazi Party was formed.
    How was the Nazi Party formed?

  • What were the strengths and weaknesses of the Weimar Republic?

      20th Century German History
    In this podcast Professor Benjamin Ziemann of the University of Sheffield looks at the strengths and weaknesses of the Weimar Republic.
    What were the strengths and weaknesses of the Weimar Republic?

  • 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?

  • Virtual Branch recording: The Women's World Committee against War & Fascism

      Connected and Competing Activisms
    How did a group of women activists with varied ideological backgrounds construct several important campaigns against fascism in the interwar period? How did this Women's World Committee against War and Fascism (Comité Mondial des Femmes contre la Guerre et le Fascisme) undertake effective humanitarian and propaganda work and forge extensive...
    Virtual Branch recording: The Women's World Committee against War & Fascism

  • Virtual Branch recording: Why has Monarchy survived in Europe?

      Virtual Branch
    In the lead-up to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, Dr Bob Morris joined the HA Virtual Branch in March 2022 to consider why the monarchy has survived in Europe.  Dr R. M. (Bob) Morris is a Senior Honorary Research Associate at the Constitution Unit, University College London. He was formerly a...
    Virtual Branch recording: Why has Monarchy survived in Europe?

  • Recorded webinar series: Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the UN Convention on Genocide

      Multipage Article
    9 December 2023 was the 75th anniversary of the passing of the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (known as the UN Convention on Genocide). The convention was a clear statement by the international community that crimes of that nature should never happen...
    Recorded webinar series: Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the UN Convention on Genocide

  • Recorded webinar: Mapping uncertainty - Holocaust Memorial Day 2025

      Retracing the trajectories of young survivors in the immediate aftermath of the Holocaust
    Recorded webinar: Mapping uncertainty - Holocaust Memorial Day 2025