The Twenty Years' Crisis

The Twenty Years' Crisis refers to the period from 1919 to 1939, marked by widespread instability and conflict following World War I. It encompasses the challenges of the Treaty of Versailles, the rise of totalitarian regimes, and the failure of international organizations like the League of Nations to maintain peace. This era illustrates the struggles between idealism, which aimed for collective security and cooperation, and realism, which focused on power politics and national interests. The tensions culminated in the outbreak of World War II, highlighting the fragility of peace in a complex global landscape.