Question

Compare post-World War I Europe to the demise of ancient great empires. Recall characteristics of the Roman Empire. Consider the mindset of Europeans up until World War I and afterward. Your answer should be at least 250 words.

Answer 1

World War I meant a dramatic social and political changes - borders were redrawn, countries disappeared and new ones emerged, international organizations were established, and a new way of seeing the world emerged among the people. Funding of the war had a severe consequence in the economies of the countries involved. Those economies that depended on imported goods suffered from the war. Workforce also changed, as young workers were enlisted, giving a greater chance for women and minorities to play a key role in helping sustain their countries economies. People had suffered from great loss, and a whole sensation of "life is too short" was established.

The Roman Empire saw a similar fate as that of Post-War Europe. The vast territory of the Roman Empire was divided into different polities. The great number of people, the rise of a new religion, internal struggles for power, and pressure from barbarians outside the empire, all contributed to the fall. The Western Empire was lost, after two destructive civil wars, which left their army weak and unable to defeat foreign invasion. The Eastern Empire managed to survive and remain in power for centuries. Corruption, cruelty and extortion became a commonplace among people. Those with enough income, immune from most taxes, managed to increase their income, which meant they had more power to control information and people. The gap between rich and poor became greater. Official toleration of Christianity was declared, but there was still struggle between Christians and Pagans. Temples were burned and people attacked.