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It also saw the rise of imperialism, nationalism, and social tensions which ultimately led to World War I, putting an end to this era.

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It was characterized by a sense of optimism and a belief in progress and modernization.

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Definition The Belle Époque: The "beautiful era" in France, from 1871 to 1914. 

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Definition The Belle Époque: The "beautiful era" in France, from 1871 to 1914. 

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The Belle Époque was a period of peace, prosperity, and cultural and artistic innovation in Europe.

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This led to the colonization of many territories, the exploitation of resources and labor, and the imposition of European culture and values on colonized peoples.

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Colonialism was a major aspect of imperialism, as European nations and the United States sought to expand their territories and influence around the world.

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The policy or practice of acquiring and maintaining colonies, especially in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

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Socialism and communism were growing movements in the late 19th and early 20th century, and provided an alternative to capitalism.
They were also the cause of many political struggles and revolutions in the period.

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Socialism is a political and economic theory of social organization that advocates for the means of production, distribution, and exchange to be owned and controlled collectively by the community as a whole.

Communism is a political and economic theory that calls for a classless society in which the means of production are owned and controlled by the community as a whole.

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This led to the emergence of new nation-states, such as Italy and Germany, and the dissolution of empires, such as the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

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Nationalism played a significant role in the late 19th and early 20th century, as various ethnic and national groups sought independence and self-rule.

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The belief that a particular ethnic, racial, or religious group constitutes a nation and should have the right to self-determination.

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Colonization of many territories in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, and the exploitation of resources and labor in these areas.

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Imperialism was a major driving force in the late 19th and early 20th century, as European nations and the United States sought to expand their territories and influence around the world. 

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The policy or practice of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means. 

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Key concepts for contemporary world history

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Key concepts for contemporary world history