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Apr 2020
26m 46s

2: The War to End All Wars

WESLEY LIVESAY
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The First World War would cast a shadow over the next two decades, altering the course of nations. In this episode we discuss, in the briefest way I know how, the History of the Great War. Website Patreon Twitter Facebook Discord Email: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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