World Wars had far-reaching consequences that shaped the modern world in various ways. Some of the key consequences include:
1. Human cost: World War II resulted in the death of an estimated 70-85 million people, including civilians and military personnel. The scale of destruction and loss of life was unprecedented, leading to immense suffering and trauma for millions of individuals and communities.
2. Political changes: The end of World War II marked the beginning of the Cold War, a period of political tension and rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union. This conflict shaped global politics for decades, leading to the division of Europe and the emergence of new geopolitical alliances.
3. Decolonization: World Wars accelerated the process of decolonization, as European powers weakened by the war began to grant independence to their colonies in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. This had lasting implications for global politics and international relations.
4. Economic impact: The war left many countries devastated, with widespread destruction of infrastructure and industrial capacity. The post-war period saw efforts to rebuild and recover, leading to the emergence of new economic powers and the establishment of institutions such as the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
5. Human rights: The atrocities committed during World War II, including the Holocaust. Which encourage the fight for future movements to improve how people from different cultures were treated and women rights.
6. Improvement in both battle and medical technology. Encouraged the Creation of (league of nations) United Nations to hopefully insure no other wars occur in the future.
Summarised information of what is cited below
The Impact of the First World War and Its Implications for Europe Today by Fraser Cameron
The Scientific and Technological Advances of World War II - The National world war Museum
The Great War and the Making of a Modern World by TAMMY M. PROCTOR (research article)
