The Long Twentieth Century

"The Long Twentieth Century" is a way to view history as a continuous period from roughly 1870 to the early 2000s, emphasizing how global forces like capitalism, imperialism, technology, and political ideologies shaped the modern world. It highlights interconnected events such as world wars, decolonization, economic shifts, and technological innovations, illustrating their roles in transforming societies and international relations. The concept encourages understanding history as an ongoing, complex process of change, rather than isolated moments, helping us see how past developments influence current global dynamics.